About this Unit
The 95th Military Police Battalion was first constituted on 8 June 1945 and activated in France during the final days of World War II. The battalion has served in numerous conflicts, including Vietnam, where it provided law enforcement and security operations. Reactivated several times throughout its history, the unit was stationed in Germany for much of the Cold War and supported NATO and US Army Europe missions. The 95th MP Battalion was inactivated in 2014, having earned a distinguished record in both combat and peacekeeping operations.
Historical Facts
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World War II Origins: The 95th Military Police (MP) Battalion was first constituted on 8 June 1945 in the Army of the United States as Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 95th Military Police Battalion.
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Activation in Europe: The unit was activated on 13 June 1945 in Italy and provided military police support during the post-war occupation of Europe.
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Deactivation and Reactivation: After World War II, the unit was inactivated on 15 November 1946 in Italy, but was reactivated multiple times throughout its history to meet operational needs.
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Korean War Service: The 95th MP Battalion was reactivated during the Korean War and served in Korea, where it performed law enforcement and security duties.
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Vietnam War Service: The battalion was deployed to Vietnam from 1966 to 1973, supporting combat operations and earning several Meritorious Unit Commendations.
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Decorations: The 95th MP Battalion has been awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation (Army) multiple times for its outstanding service in Korea and Vietnam.
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Cold War Operations: The unit was stationed in Germany during the Cold War, providing law enforcement, security, and force protection at various Army installations.
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Modern Deployments: Elements of the 95th MP Battalion participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, supporting military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Final Inactivation: The battalion was inactivated at Sembach, Germany, on 24 June 2014, as part of the Army's force reduction and restructuring in Europe.
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Legacy and Motto: The 95th MP Battalion's motto was "SECURITY LAW ORDER," reflecting its enduring mission to provide security, enforce law, and maintain order wherever deployed.
