MCB-6

• Founding and Early Years: Mobile Construction Battalion SIX (MCB-6), also known as “Seabees,” was originally commissioned on 1 May 1942 during World War II, making it one of the earliest Seabee units. • World War II Service: MCB-6 played a crucial role in constructing airfields, roads, and bases in the Pacific Theater, supporting American advances against Japanese-held islands. • Operation Bobcat: MCB-6 was part of the legendary “Operation Bobcat,” which established a critical naval base in Bora Bora, French Polynesia, in 1942. • Combat Action and Decorations: Members of MCB-6 have earned multiple unit commendations and awards for their actions in both combat and humanitarian operations. • Korean War Contributions: Reactivated for the Korean War, MCB-6 provided vital construction and repair services for United Nations forces on the Korean Peninsula. • Vietnam War Deployments: During the Vietnam War, MCB-6 built and maintained bases, airfields, and infrastructure, often under enemy fire, earning them the nickname “Can Do Seabees.” • Disaster Relief Missions: MCB-6 has a long history of humanitarian and disaster relief efforts, including rebuilding after hurricanes and typhoons in the Caribbean and Pacific regions. • Cold War and Beyond: Throughout the Cold War, MCB-6 supported U.S. Navy operations worldwide, including NATO exercises and strategic construction projects. • Innovative Engineering: The battalion is known for innovative field engineering, including the rapid construction of airstrips and bridges in challenging environments. • Symbolism and Legacy: MCB-6’s mascot, the “Fighting Bee,” and motto “We Build, We Fight,” symbolize the dual construction and combat mission of the Seabees, a legacy carried on by MCB-6 throughout its history.