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HMH-363
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 (HMH-363), known as the "Lucky Red Lions," was originally activated in 1952. The squadron has a distinguished history of supporting Marine Corps operations, including combat service in the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. HMH-363 operates heavy-lift helicopters, most recently the CH-53E Super Stallion, providing assault support, troop transport, and logistical resupply. Over the decades, the squadron has earned numerous awards for its operational excellence and continues to play a vital role in Marine Corps aviation.
HMT-301
U.S. Marine Corps
**Marine Helicopter Training Squadron 301 (HMT-301)** was a United States Marine Corps helicopter training squadron activated in 1966 at Marine Corps Air Station Tustin, California. The unit’s primary mission was to provide advanced training to Marine pilots and crew in the operation of the Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion and CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters. HMT-301 played a vital role in preparing aircrews for combat and operational deployments during the Vietnam War and throughout the 1970s and 1980s. The squadron was deactivated in 1990 as part of a broader restructuring of Marine Corps aviation training assets.
MABS-36
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 36 (MALS-36), originally activated as Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron 36 in 1952, is a United States Marine Corps aviation logistics unit based at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. Throughout its history, the unit has provided critical aviation logistics support, including maintenance, supply, and ordnance, to the flying squadrons of Marine Aircraft Group 36 (MAG-36). MALS-36 has played a vital role in numerous operations and exercises throughout the Asia-Pacific region, enhancing the operational readiness of Marine aviation forces. The unit continues to support the Marine Corps’ forward-deployed presence in the Indo-Pacific, contributing to regional security and rapid crisis response capabilities.
MARSOC
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) was established on February 24, 2006, as the Marine Corps' contribution to the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). Drawing on the Marine Corps' storied history of expeditionary warfare, MARSOC inherited the legacy of elite units such as the Marine Raiders of World War II. MARSOC is composed of Marine Raiders who specialize in direct action, special reconnaissance, and foreign internal defense missions worldwide. Since its inception, MARSOC has deployed to various theaters, notably supporting operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other global hotspots, providing critical special operations capabilities to joint and allied missions.
MARSPTBN
U.S. Marine Corps
**Marine Support Battalion (MARSPTBN) Short History:** The Marine Support Battalion (MARSPTBN) was originally established to provide specialized operational support to the United States Marine Corps, particularly in the fields of signals intelligence, communications, and electronic warfare. Activated in the mid-20th century, the battalion played a critical role in supporting Marine operations during the Cold War and remained vital through numerous conflicts, including operations in Southwest Asia. Over the years, MARSPTBN evolved to incorporate advanced technologies and adapt to the changing landscape of modern warfare. The unit’s legacy continues today through its successor organizations within Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command and other intelligence and support elements.
MBGDF Cuba
U.S. Marine Corps
The MBGDF Cuba (Marine Battalion of the Border Guards, "Batallón de Guardafronteras de Cuba") is a specialized military unit within the Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces, tasked primarily with coastal defense and border security. Established in the aftermath of the Cuban Revolution, the unit played a significant role in safeguarding Cuban territorial waters against infiltration, smuggling, and unauthorized incursions during the height of Cold War tensions. Throughout the decades, MBGDF Cuba has participated in various national security operations, often cooperating with the Cuban Navy and other security agencies. The battalion continues to serve as a crucial component of Cuba’s maritime defense and border control strategy.
MWSS-471
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Wing Support Squadron 471 (MWSS-471) is a United States Marine Corps Reserve aviation ground support unit. Activated on 1 June 1992, MWSS-471 is headquartered at Minneapolis-Saint Paul Joint Air Reserve Station, Minnesota, with detachments in Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan, and Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The squadron’s mission is to provide all essential aviation ground support to Marine aviation units, including airfield operations, engineering, refueling, and motor transport. Over the years, MWSS-471 has supported various training exercises and deployments, contributing to both domestic readiness and overseas contingencies.
MWSS174
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Wing Support Squadron 174 (MWSS-174), known as the "Gators," is a United States Marine Corps aviation ground support unit. The squadron was originally activated on June 16, 1986, at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. MWSS-174 played a key support role during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, providing essential aviation ground services in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Over the years, the unit has participated in numerous exercises and deployments, maintaining a reputation for logistical excellence and mission readiness within the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing.
NMCB 14
U.S. Marine Corps
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 14 (NMCB 14), known as the "Seabees," is a reserve unit of the United States Navy’s Naval Construction Force. Established during World War II, NMCB 14 contributed to the construction of airfields, bases, and infrastructure in both the Pacific and Atlantic theaters. Over the decades, the battalion has supported a wide range of missions, including humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and combat operations in locations such as Iraq and Afghanistan. NMCB 14 continues to provide vital construction and engineering support to naval and joint forces worldwide.
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