870 MP CO

• Founding Date: The 870th Military Police Company (870 MP CO) was originally constituted on 27 September 1950 as part of the California Army National Guard, reflecting the expansion of military police forces during the Korean War era. • Headquarters Location: The 870 MP CO is headquartered in Concord, California, with detachments historically based at various locations including San Luis Obispo and Pittsburg, CA. • Distinctive Mission: The unit’s primary mission is to provide law enforcement, area security, and detainee operations support to both military and civilian authorities during domestic emergencies and overseas deployments. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: The 870 MP CO deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2004 to 2005, providing convoy security, detainee transfer, and base security operations. • Hurricane Katrina Response: Members of the 870th were mobilized in 2005 to support disaster relief after Hurricane Katrina, assisting with security and humanitarian missions in Louisiana. • Operation Enduring Freedom: The company also deployed to Afghanistan, supporting Operation Enduring Freedom with force protection, law enforcement, and training missions for Afghan police forces. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 870 MP CO’s insignia features the scales of justice and a sword, symbolizing its law enforcement role and military readiness. • Community Engagement: The unit regularly participates in community outreach, such as National Night Out and local parades, to strengthen ties with civilians and promote public safety awareness. • Tradition of Valor: Members of the 870th have received numerous individual and unit commendations, including Army Commendation Medals and Meritorious Unit Commendations, for exemplary service both at home and abroad. • Modernization and Training: The 870 MP CO is known for its rigorous training in crowd control, anti-terrorism, and emergency management, staying at the forefront of military policing techniques and technology.