About this Unit
The 554th Military Police Company (554th MP Co) was first constituted on 10 June 1943 and activated at Fort Custer, Michigan. During World War II, the unit served in the European Theater, providing military police support throughout campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. The 554th MP Co has also seen service in Vietnam, where it conducted combat support and law enforcement operations, and has participated in numerous operations and deployments worldwide in support of U.S. Army missions. Today, the unit remains an integral part of the U.S. Army Military Police Corps, upholding its motto, "Honor and Justice," through its ongoing commitment to security and law enforcement excellence.
Historical Facts
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World War II Origins: The 554th Military Police Company was first constituted on 15 November 1943 in the Army of the United States and activated at Fort Custer, Michigan.
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European Theater Service: During World War II, the unit served in the European Theater, providing critical law enforcement and security operations during and after combat operations.
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Battle Honors: The company earned campaign participation credit for major campaigns including Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe.
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Cold War Service in Germany: After World War II, the 554th MP Company was stationed in Germany for many years, playing a key role in U.S. Army Europe’s force protection and law enforcement.
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Desert Shield and Desert Storm: The 554th deployed to Saudi Arabia in support of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991, supporting coalition efforts and POW operations.
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Post-9/11 Deployments: The company has deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, providing convoy security, base defense, and detainee operations.
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Community Engagement: While stationed in Germany, the 554th MP Company has been an active participant in partnership events with local German law enforcement, fostering strong international cooperation.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 554th’s distinctive unit insignia features a green shield and a gold gauntlet, symbolizing military police authority and readiness.
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Supporting USAREUR: The 554th MP Company is part of the 709th Military Police Battalion, providing law enforcement and security for U.S. Army Europe (USAREUR) installations, including the Grafenwoehr and Vilseck areas.
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Modern Day Roles: Today, the 554th continues to serve as a vital law enforcement and force protection unit, adapting to new threats and technologies while upholding a proud legacy of service.
