502nd MP Company 2nd AD

• Origins: The 502nd Military Police Company was originally activated during World War II and has served under various commands, most notably as part of the 2nd Armored Division (2nd AD). • Nickname: The 502nd MP Company was often referred to as the "Proud Professionals," a moniker reflecting their high standards and esprit de corps. • World War II Service: While the 2nd Armored Division saw heavy fighting in North Africa, Sicily, Normandy, and across Europe, the 502nd MP Company provided crucial support in traffic control, security, and POW handling. • Cold War in Germany: After WWII, the 502nd MP Company was stationed with the 2nd AD in Germany as part of the U.S. commitment to NATO, conducting law enforcement, security, and maneuver support during the tense Cold War years. • Berlin Crisis: Members of the 502nd MP Company played a role during the Berlin Crisis of 1961, supporting the division's readiness posture as the Berlin Wall was erected. • Fort Hood Era: In later years, the 502nd MP Company was based at Fort Hood, Texas, providing law enforcement and force protection for one of the Army's largest installations. • Operation Desert Storm: The 502nd MP Company deployed with the 2nd AD during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991, supporting movement control, security, and EPW (Enemy Prisoner of War) operations in Saudi Arabia and Iraq. • Humanitarian Missions: Soldiers from the 502nd MP Company have participated in humanitarian missions, including disaster relief and refugee support, both in the United States and abroad. • Deactivation: The 2nd Armored Division was inactivated in 1995, and the 502nd MP Company was either deactivated or reassigned, marking the end of an era for the historic unit. • Legacy: Veterans of the 502nd MP Company are active in reunion groups and maintain a strong legacy of service, sharing stories and memories from their time with this storied unit.