MCB-10

• Origin and Nickname: Mobile Construction Battalion Ten (MCB-10), also known as the "Seabees," was established in 1942 during World War II as part of the U.S. Navy’s Construction Battalions. • Pioneers in Guadalcanal: MCB-10 played a critical role during the Guadalcanal Campaign, helping to construct key airfields and infrastructure under combat conditions. • Decorated Service: The unit earned multiple commendations and citations, including Presidential Unit Citations, for valor and outstanding performance during WWII operations in the Pacific. • Korean War Contribution: Reactivated for the Korean War, MCB-10 provided essential construction support, including building roads, bridges, and airfields for U.S. and UN forces. • Cuban Missile Crisis: MCB-10 was deployed during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962, rapidly constructing base facilities at Guantanamo Bay as tensions escalated. • Vietnam War Legacy: MCB-10 completed multiple tours in Vietnam, constructing bases, airstrips, hospitals, and defensive positions, often under enemy fire. • Humanitarian Missions: Beyond combat, MCB-10 participated in several humanitarian projects, including disaster relief and infrastructure building in the Philippines and the Caribbean. • Innovations in Construction: The battalion was renowned for its adaptability, developing new methods for rapid runway repair and modular bridge assembly under battlefield conditions. • Distinctive Insignia: MCB-10’s emblem features the iconic Seabee logo—a fighting bee with a sailor cap, wrench, hammer, and a machine gun, symbolizing their “Can Do” spirit. • Decommissioning and Legacy: MCB-10 was officially decommissioned in 1994, but its legacy lives on through the Seabee tradition of combining military readiness with construction expertise worldwide.