H&MS-32, MAG-32 MCAS Beaufort, S.C.

Headquarters and Maintenance Squadron 32 (H&MS-32) was a vital support unit of Marine Aircraft Group 32 (MAG-32), based at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina. Activated in the post-World War II era, H&MS-32 provided essential maintenance, logistics, and administrative support to the flying squadrons of MAG-32. The squadron played a crucial role in ensuring aircraft readiness during both peacetime operations and periods of heightened military activity, including the Cold War. H&MS-32 was later redesignated as Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 32 (MALS-32), reflecting the evolving mission and structure of Marine Corps aviation support units.