3rd FLSG Bravo

• Origins in Vietnam: The 3rd Force Logistics Support Group (FLSG) Bravo was activated during the Vietnam War to provide comprehensive logistical support to III Marine Amphibious Force (III MAF) operations. • Key Support Role: The unit was responsible for supply, maintenance, transportation, engineering, medical, and other support services, proving crucial to Marine combat effectiveness in the field. • Location at Dong Ha: 3rd FLSG Bravo was primarily based at Dong Ha Combat Base, a strategic logistics hub near the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), supporting operations in northern South Vietnam. • Bravo and Alpha: The “Bravo” designation distinguished the group from its counterpart “Alpha,” both operating under the 3rd FLSG umbrella but assigned to different sectors and missions. • Convoy Security: The unit often organized and led convoys through dangerous territory, facing frequent ambushes and landmine threats while resupplying remote Marine outposts. • Engineering Achievements: 3rd FLSG Bravo engineers constructed and maintained vital roads, bridges, and airfields, facilitating the movement of troops and supplies under combat conditions. • Medical Support: The group established field hospitals and provided emergency medical evacuation and care, saving countless lives during intense operations in the northern provinces. • Tet Offensive Response: During the 1968 Tet Offensive, 3rd FLSG Bravo played a critical role in rapidly distributing ammunition, fuel, and reinforcements to embattled Marine units. • Meritorious Unit Commendations: The unit earned several commendations for exceptional service and bravery under fire, reflecting the high risks faced by logistics personnel in Vietnam. • Legacy: The professionalism and innovations of 3rd FLSG Bravo set enduring standards for Marine Corps logistics, influencing modern Marine Logistics Groups across the world.