1st Supply

• Origins: The 1st Supply unit traces its origins to World War II, where it was first activated to support large-scale logistical efforts in the Pacific Theater. • Redesignation: Over the decades, the unit has undergone multiple redesignations, including names such as 1st Supply Battalion and 1st Supply Company, reflecting its evolving mission in the US military. • Support to I MEF: The 1st Supply Battalion is a critical element of the 1st Marine Logistics Group, providing supply support to the I Marine Expeditionary Force (I MEF), one of the Marine Corps' primary warfighting organizations. • Desert Storm: During Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, the 1st Supply played a pivotal role in ensuring Marines had the necessary equipment, fuel, and provisions for sustained operations in harsh desert environments. • Iraq and Afghanistan Deployments: The unit has been deployed numerous times to Iraq and Afghanistan, providing essential logistical support for combat and humanitarian operations. • Rapid Deployment: The 1st Supply prides itself on rapid deployment capabilities, able to establish supply chains and distribution points in austere environments within hours of arrival. • Humanitarian Missions: Beyond combat, the unit has supported humanitarian missions, including disaster relief in the Philippines following Typhoon Haiyan in 2013. • Innovation: The 1st Supply has pioneered the use of new inventory management technologies, such as RFID tracking, to improve the speed and accuracy of logistics. • Unit Motto: The unit’s motto, “Semper Paratus” (“Always Ready”), reflects its commitment to preparedness and unwavering support to the warfighter. • Valor and Recognition: Members of the 1st Supply have received numerous awards and commendations for their exceptional service under fire and in support of joint and coalition operations worldwide.