507th Medical Company

The 507th Medical Company (Air Ambulance) is a distinguished unit in the United States Army, specializing in aeromedical evacuation and battlefield medical support. Activated in 1951, the unit has served in various conflicts, including the Korean War, Vietnam War, and the Global War on Terrorism. Most notably, the 507th gained widespread recognition during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003, when several of its members were ambushed near Nasiriyah, Iraq, resulting in casualties and the capture of some personnel, including Private First Class Jessica Lynch. The bravery and resilience demonstrated during this incident highlighted the unit's dedication to its life-saving mission under fire.