589 Motor Ambulance Company

The 589th Motor Ambulance Company was a United States Army medical unit activated during World War II to provide frontline casualty evacuation and medical transport. Organized in 1944, the company was equipped with motorized ambulances and assigned to various Army corps in the European Theater of Operations. Its personnel were responsible for rapidly retrieving wounded soldiers from battle zones and transporting them to field hospitals under often hazardous conditions. The 589th played a crucial role in saving lives by ensuring timely medical care and evacuation during major campaigns, including the push across France and into Germany. The company's dedication earned it commendations for bravery and efficiency in combat support operations.