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Branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Members

About MWSS-472

Marine Wing Support Squadron 472 (MWSS-472) is a United States Marine Corps Reserve aviation ground support unit based at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina. Activated in 1986, MWSS-472 provides essential support such as airfield operations, engineering, motor transport, and fueling to Marine aviation units. The squadron has participated in numerous training exercises and operational deployments, including support roles during Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. MWSS-472 continues to play a vital role in ensuring the operational readiness and sustainability of Marine Corps aviation assets both at home and abroad.

Unit Members

Josue Muniz

U.S. Marine Corps

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George Abbott III

U.S. Marine Corps

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Photos

FIRST DAY VIETNAM 1967

U.S. Marine Corps • 1967

Vacation 2010 Ocean City

U.S. Marine Corps • 1965

Wedding Day

U.S. Marine Corps • 1965

About MWSS-472

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins and Activation: Marine Wing Support Squadron 472 (MWSS-472) was activated on 25 January 1989, as part of the Marine Forces Reserve to provide vital aviation ground support to Marine aviation units. • Dual-Site Squadron: MWSS-472 is unique among Marine Corps aviation support units as it operates from two separate locations: Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, and Chicopee, Massachusetts. • Nickname: The squadron is known as the "Red Devils," a moniker that reflects their tenacity and fighting spirit. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: During Operation Iraqi Freedom, MWSS-472 deployed personnel and detachments to support forward aviation operations, providing essential logistics and airfield services in combat zones. • Hurricane Katrina Response: In 2005, MWSS-472 played a role in the Hurricane Katrina relief operations, showcasing the unit’s capability to provide humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. • Specialized Capabilities: The squadron offers a wide range of support services, including airfield operations, engineering, fuel distribution, motor transport, and aircraft rescue and firefighting. • Reservist Strength: As a Reserve unit, MWSS-472 is composed primarily of Marine Reservists who balance civilian careers with their military obligations, demonstrating the vital role of the Marine Reserve in national defense. • Joint Exercises: MWSS-472 regularly participates in joint and multinational training exercises, working alongside active-duty Marines and allied forces to maintain readiness and interoperability. • Community Engagement: The squadron is active in community outreach, participating in events like Toys for Tots and helping to strengthen the bond between Marines and their local communities. • Support to the Global War on Terror: Since 2001, MWSS-472 has contributed personnel and support to various operations in the Global War on Terror, underlining its adaptability and commitment to Marine Corps missions worldwide.