533rd Transportation Company

• Long Legacy: The 533rd Transportation Company, known as the "Roadmasters," has a lineage dating back to World War II, originally constituted on 1 December 1943 as the 533rd Quartermaster Service Company. • World War II Service: The company served in the European Theater during World War II, providing critical logistical support for Allied operations across France and Germany. • Korean War: Reactivated and redesignated as a transportation unit, the 533rd supported United Nations forces in Korea, helping to move troops and supplies in challenging conditions. • Vietnam War Deployments: The company was deployed to Vietnam, where it conducted line-haul missions, transporting ammunition, fuel, and supplies across dangerous routes. • Nickname: Personnel of the 533rd are often referred to as "Roadmasters" for their expertise and reliability in convoy operations and route security. • Modern Era: The 533rd Transportation Company has been based at Fort Knox, Kentucky, and later at Fort Irwin, California, supporting major training operations at the National Training Center. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: The company deployed to Iraq in the early 2000s, conducting convoy security and transportation missions in support of coalition forces. • Operation Enduring Freedom: Elements of the 533rd have supported missions in Afghanistan, moving supplies and equipment in challenging terrain and hostile environments. • Unit Motto: The company's motto, "Always Ready," reflects their commitment to mission accomplishment under any circumstances. • Decorations: The 533rd Transportation Company has received multiple unit awards, including Meritorious Unit Commendations for exemplary service and mission success in combat zones.