701st MP Co

```html • World War II Origins: The 701st Military Police Company (MP Co) was originally constituted during World War II. It was activated on 10 June 1943 at Fort Custer, Michigan, to support the war effort. • European Theater Operations: The 701st MP Co deployed to the European Theater during WWII, where it performed essential military police duties including traffic control, security, and prisoner of war management. • Post-War Occupation Duties: After WWII, the company was assigned occupation duties in Germany, helping maintain law and order during the critical post-war reconstruction period. • Reactivation and Cold War Service: The 701st MP Co was inactivated after WWII, but reactivated several times during the Cold War, including assignments in Germany as part of the U.S. Army Europe (USAREUR). • Garrison at Grafenwoehr: For many years, the 701st MP Co was stationed at Rose Barracks, Vilseck, and supported the Grafenwoehr Training Area, one of the largest U.S. Army training areas in Europe. • Support to Operations Desert Shield/Storm: Members of the 701st MP Co deployed to Southwest Asia in 1990-1991 in support of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, providing key military police operations. • Peacekeeping in Bosnia and Kosovo: The company took part in peacekeeping operations in the Balkans during the 1990s and early 2000s, supporting missions in Bosnia and Kosovo under NATO command. • Global War on Terror Deployments: The 701st MP Co deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, performing convoy security, detainee operations, and base security. • Distinguished Unit Awards: The unit has received several commendations, including the Meritorious Unit Commendation, for its service in multiple theaters of operations. • Modern Mission: Today, the 701st MP Co continues to serve as part of the 18th Military Police Brigade, providing law enforcement, force protection, and combat support for U.S. Army Europe and Africa. ```