267th Chemical Company

• Origins: The 267th Chemical Company was originally constituted during the Cold War to provide specialized chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) defense capabilities to U.S. forces in the Pacific. • Location: The unit was primarily stationed at Camp Stanley and later Camp Carroll in South Korea, playing a critical role in the region’s defense posture. • Special Weapons Custodian: The 267th was famously tasked with the custody and security of U.S. nuclear weapons stored in South Korea under the Army’s Special Weapons program. • “Dragons” Nickname: The unit adopted the nickname "Dragons," symbolizing its vigilance and power in guarding strategic assets. • Heightened Security: Because of its nuclear mission, the 267th Chemical Company operated under extremely tight security, with soldiers undergoing rigorous background checks and specialized training. • Deactivation: The unit was deactivated in the early 1990s following the withdrawal of U.S. nuclear weapons from South Korea, part of broader arms reduction efforts after the Cold War. • Unit Patch: The distinctive 267th unit insignia features a dragon and elements symbolizing chemical defense and vigilance. • Notable Incident: In the 1970s, the unit was involved in a high-profile security alert when a potential intrusion was detected near its weapons storage area, highlighting the risks of its sensitive mission. • Legacy: Veterans of the 267th Chemical Company maintain active reunions and associations, preserving the memory and stories of their unique service. • Documented in History: The unit’s secretive mission was later declassified and has been the subject of military history books, documentaries, and research into the U.S. nuclear posture in Korea.