264th Transportation Company

• Vietnam War Service: The 264th Transportation Company was activated for service during the Vietnam War, playing a crucial role in logistics and convoy operations between major US bases. • Nickname "Roadrunners": The company earned the nickname "Roadrunners" due to their expertise and speed in running supply convoys through hazardous routes. • Convoy Security Innovation: The unit was among the first to implement gun truck escorts to protect convoys from ambushes, setting a precedent for other transportation units. • Awarded Meritorious Unit Commendation: The 264th Transportation Company received the Meritorious Unit Commendation for its exemplary service and performance under fire in Vietnam. • Dangerous Missions: Members of the company often faced attacks from Viet Cong forces, including ambushes and landmines, making their missions among the most hazardous. • Frequent Relocations: The company operated from several bases in Vietnam, including Qui Nhon, An Khe, and Pleiku, adapting to the shifting logistics needs of the war. • Integrated Transportation: The 264th utilized a wide variety of vehicles, including 2 ½-ton trucks ("deuce and a half"), 5-ton trucks, and armored gun trucks for supply runs. • Vietnamization Transition: As the US began the process of Vietnamization, the 264th played a role in training South Vietnamese personnel in logistics and convoy operations. • Lasting Brotherhood: Veterans of the 264th maintain a strong network, holding regular reunions and actively preserving the unit’s legacy through online groups and associations. • Legacy in Modern Operations: Lessons learned by the 264th Transportation Company during the Vietnam War, particularly regarding convoy security and logistics under fire, continue to inform US Army transportation doctrine today.