NMCB

The Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB), commonly known as the "Seabees," was officially established during World War II in 1942 to provide the U.S. Navy with a dedicated construction force capable of building advanced bases, airfields, and infrastructure in combat zones. NMCB units quickly gained a reputation for their motto, "We Build, We Fight," as they constructed vital facilities under hazardous conditions in the Pacific and European theaters. Throughout the Korean and Vietnam Wars, NMCBs continued to play a critical role, building roads, airstrips, and bases while often coming under enemy fire. In the decades since, NMCB units have been deployed worldwide for both military and humanitarian missions, maintaining their legacy as versatile engineers and builders within the U.S. Navy.