40th Med Detachment

The 40th Medical Detachment, also known as the 40th Med Det, was a U.S. Army medical unit primarily tasked with providing helicopter ambulance and aeromedical evacuation support. Activated during the Vietnam War, the unit played a crucial role in rapidly evacuating wounded soldiers from combat zones to field hospitals, significantly increasing survival rates. Operating UH-1 "Huey" helicopters, the 40th Med Detachment conducted thousands of life-saving missions under dangerous conditions. The dedication and bravery of its personnel earned the unit several commendations for valor and meritorious service.