716th MP

• World War II Origins: The 716th Military Police Battalion was first constituted on 10 January 1942 and activated at Fort Riley, Kansas, during World War II. • Normandy Campaign: The unit participated in the Normandy Campaign after D-Day, executing vital traffic control and security operations for Allied forces in liberated France. • Vietnam War Service: The 716th MP Battalion arrived in Vietnam in 1966 and was stationed in Saigon, where it played a critical role in law enforcement and security operations. • Tet Offensive, 1968: During the Tet Offensive, the 716th MP Battalion was pivotal in defending the U.S. Embassy in Saigon and securing key installations under attack. • Decorations: The Battalion was awarded multiple Meritorious Unit Commendations for its service in Vietnam, highlighting its exemplary performance under fire. • Post-Vietnam Assignments: After Vietnam, the 716th was stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas, and later at Fort Richardson, Alaska, before settling at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. • Global War on Terrorism: The 716th MP Battalion has deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, providing law and order, detainee operations, and convoy security. • Fort Campbell Community: The Battalion supports the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) at Fort Campbell, playing a key role in base security and emergency response. • Disaster Response: The 716th has participated in numerous humanitarian and disaster relief operations, including hurricane and flood response within the United States. • Motto and Insignia: The Battalion’s motto is "Lex et Ordo" (Law and Order), and its distinctive unit insignia features a gold key and sword crossed over a green field, symbolizing security and readiness.