HHD 187th Med Bn

Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 187th Medical Battalion (HHD 187th Med Bn), was first constituted on 23 July 1942 in the Army of the United States and activated at Camp Barkeley, Texas, during World War II. The battalion provided medical support and training throughout several major conflicts, including the Korean and Vietnam Wars, adapting to the evolving needs of the Army's medical services. In recent decades, HHD 187th Med Bn has been stationed at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, where it plays a vital role in training and supporting Army medical personnel. The unit’s long-standing commitment to medical readiness and soldier care has earned it multiple commendations for excellence in service.