Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NC

Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NC Homepage Photos Members

Relive and share the memories of your service-time with your brothers and sisters in arms today. VetFriends.com can help you reconnect.

Did you proudly serve in the Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NC?

Are you looking for someone who is or was in the Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NC?

Do you have Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NC photos you'd like to share?

Then join a community with your brothers and sisters of the Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NC.

Branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Members

About Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NC

Headquarters & Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, was established to provide essential administrative, logistical, and operational support to the installation and its tenant commands. Over the years, the battalion has played a crucial role in ensuring the readiness and welfare of thousands of Marines, sailors, and their families stationed at Camp Lejeune. Tasked with a wide array of responsibilities, including base security, personnel administration, and community services, the unit has continually adapted to meet the evolving needs of the Marine Corps. Its enduring mission supports both daily base operations and the broader objectives of the Marine Corps on the East Coast.

Unit Members

Walter Kemp

U.S. Marine Corps (1971-2001)

Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NCView Profile

Doug Hoelscher

U.S. Marine Corps

Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NCView Profile

Photos

U.S. Marine Corps • 1976

About Headquarters & Support Battalion Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune NC

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Foundational Role: Headquarters & Support Battalion (H&S Bn) is a critical support and command element on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, providing essential administrative, logistical, and operational support to the base and tenant commands. • Historic Installation: Camp Lejeune itself was established in 1941, and H&S Bn has played a vital role in supporting the base’s mission to train and deploy Marine forces for over 80 years. • Prisoner of War (POW) Custody: The battalion has historically operated the Camp Lejeune Base Brig, managing confinement and correctional operations for Marine and Navy personnel in the region. • Emergency Response: H&S Bn is responsible for the base’s emergency services, including fire, rescue, and security, ensuring the safety of over 150,000 Marines, sailors, civilian employees, and family members. • Hurricane Relief Efforts: The battalion has played a crucial role in disaster response, notably during Hurricane Florence in 2018, when it coordinated shelter, security, and recovery operations for the base community. • Base Memorials: H&S Bn maintains several base memorials and monuments, including those honoring fallen Marines from past conflicts, preserving the unit’s deep connection to Marine Corps history. • Training Support: The battalion supports a wide range of training activities, from live-fire ranges to physical fitness facilities, enabling the readiness of multiple deploying Marine and Navy units. • Community Engagement: H&S Bn leads numerous community outreach programs, including partnership events with local schools, veteran organizations, and regional charities, strengthening civil-military relationships. • Women in the Corps: The battalion includes one of the most diverse representations of Marines, supporting ongoing integration and leadership opportunities for female Marines on base. • Mascot and Traditions: H&S Bn upholds several Marine Corps traditions and often participates in ceremonial events, such as the annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball, fostering esprit de corps and honoring Marine heritage.