Motor Transportation School Montford Point N.C.

The Motor Transportation School at Montford Point, North Carolina, was established during World War II as part of the broader effort to train African American Marines following the desegregation order by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941. Located adjacent to Camp Lejeune, the school specialized in training Marines in vehicle operation, maintenance, and convoy tactics essential for logistical support in combat operations. The Motor Transportation School played a pivotal role in preparing the Montford Point Marines for service in both the Pacific and European theaters, contributing significantly to the Marine Corps’ overall mobility and effectiveness. Its graduates were instrumental in setting new standards for excellence and paved the way for full integration of African Americans within the Marine Corps.