83rd Transportation Detachment Ft. Lewis WA

The 83rd Transportation Detachment was a U.S. Army unit stationed at Fort Lewis, Washington, tasked primarily with transportation and logistical support operations. Activated during the Cold War era, the detachment provided vital vehicle and cargo movement services for units training and deploying from Fort Lewis. Throughout its service, the 83rd supported numerous exercises and missions, ensuring the rapid and efficient movement of personnel and materiel. The unit played a key role in maintaining the operational readiness of larger formations at Fort Lewis until its eventual inactivation or reassignment in line with Army restructuring policies.