88th Transportation

• Origins in WWII: The 88th Transportation Company was originally activated during World War II, supporting vital logistics operations in the European Theater. • Red Ball Express: Elements of the 88th were involved in the famed Red Ball Express, a truck convoy system that kept Allied forces supplied after the Normandy invasion. • Korean War Service: The unit saw extensive service during the Korean War, delivering critical supplies to front-line troops in harsh terrain and weather. • Vietnam War Deployments: The 88th Transportation Company supported combat and construction units in Vietnam, frequently operating in dangerous and contested areas. • Desert Storm Contributions: During Operation Desert Storm, the unit transported fuel, ammunition, and equipment across vast desert distances, often under threat of enemy attack. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 88th’s insignia features a wheel and wing motif, symbolizing speed and mobility—core values of Army transportation units. • Humanitarian Missions: Beyond combat, the 88th has participated in humanitarian relief, including disaster response missions during hurricanes and floods in the United States. • Modernization: The 88th was among the first transportation units to field modern, armored trucks designed to better protect convoys from improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Iraq and Afghanistan. • Global Deployments: Over the decades, the 88th has been stationed or deployed to Germany, Korea, the Middle East, and numerous US bases, reflecting its global mission. • Motto: The unit’s motto, "Wheels of Victory," underscores its essential role in ensuring frontline forces receive the supplies and support needed for success.