2nd Surgical Hospital

The 2nd Surgical Hospital was a U.S. Army medical unit renowned for its service during the Vietnam War. Activated in the early 1960s, the unit provided advanced surgical and trauma care close to combat zones, often operating as a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH). The hospital was stationed at various locations in South Vietnam, including Chu Lai and An Khe, where its medical teams treated thousands of wounded soldiers and civilians under challenging conditions. Its legacy is marked by innovations in battlefield medicine and a strong commitment to saving lives amidst the rigors of war.