MWHS-2

• Establishment: Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2 (MWHS-2) was activated on 31 December 1955, providing essential command and administrative support for the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (2nd MAW). • Home Base: MWHS-2 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, a major hub for Marine aviation operations on the East Coast. • Operational Deployments: MWHS-2 has supported numerous combat and contingency operations, including deployments to Iraq (Operation Iraqi Freedom) and Afghanistan (Operation Enduring Freedom). • Garrison Role: The unit provides administrative, logistical, and security support for the 2nd MAW headquarters, ensuring smooth command and control of all subordinate aviation units. • Desert Shield/Storm: Elements of MWHS-2 deployed to Southwest Asia in 1990-1991 to support Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, helping coordinate Marine aviation assets during the Gulf War. • Presidential Support: MWHS-2 personnel have participated in operations supporting the President of the United States, including disaster relief and humanitarian missions. • Unit Awards: The squadron has received numerous awards, including the Navy Unit Commendation and the Meritorious Unit Commendation, recognizing its outstanding performance and dedication. • Joint Operations: MWHS-2 frequently works alongside other branches of the U.S. military and allied forces, enhancing joint and combined operational capabilities. • Community Involvement: The squadron is active in the local Havelock and Cherry Point communities, participating in charity events, educational outreach, and veterans’ support programs. • Motto and Spirit: MWHS-2 exemplifies the Marine Corps values of honor, courage, and commitment, maintaining high morale and esprit de corps throughout its long history.