8TH MOTOR TRANSPORT BATTALION

The 8th Motor Transport Battalion, activated during World War II, has served as a vital logistics and transportation unit within the United States Marine Corps. Tasked with providing tactical motor transport support, the battalion played a significant role in major operations, including amphibious landings and sustained combat logistics. Throughout its history, 8th Motor Transport Battalion has supported Marine forces in both peacetime and during conflicts such as the Korean War, Vietnam War, and operations in the Middle East. Renowned for its flexibility and reliability, the battalion has been essential in ensuring the mobility and sustainment of Marine units in a variety of operational environments.