696 ord co korea

The 696th Ordnance Company (696 Ord Co) was a U.S. Army unit activated during the Korean War to provide essential ordnance support, including maintenance, ammunition supply, and repair services to frontline and rear-area units. Stationed at various locations in South Korea, the unit played a crucial role in sustaining combat operations by ensuring a steady flow of arms, munitions, and equipment to U.S. and allied forces. The 696th Ordnance Company supported multiple campaigns and contributed significantly to the logistical efforts that underpinned United Nations military success during the conflict. After the armistice, the unit continued its mission as part of the U.S. military presence in Korea, adapting to peacetime support roles and ongoing readiness operations.