NMCB 6

• Origins: Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 6 (NMCB 6) was first commissioned during World War II on July 1, 1942, at Naval Construction Training Center, Camp Allen, Norfolk, Virginia. • World War II Service: NMCB 6 served in the Pacific Theater, participating in the construction of airfields, roads, and infrastructure on islands such as Guadalcanal, Espiritu Santo, and Okinawa. • Nickname: The battalion is often referred to as the "Runnin' Six" due to its rapid deployment capabilities and highly mobile construction teams. • First Decommissioning: After World War II, NMCB 6 was decommissioned in December 1945 as part of the post-war drawdown of military forces. • Reactivation for the Korean War: The battalion was recommissioned on March 15, 1951, to support the U.S. Navy’s needs during the Korean War era. • Vietnam War Contributions: NMCB 6 deployed to Vietnam several times, notably building bases, airstrips, and hospitals throughout the conflict, including at Da Nang and Chu Lai. • Humanitarian Missions: Beyond combat, NMCB 6 has supported humanitarian and disaster relief efforts, including operations in Haiti and the Caribbean after hurricanes and earthquakes. • Gulf War Operations: During Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, NMCB 6 was deployed to the Middle East, where they built camps, roads, and facilities to support coalition forces. • Cold War Bases: NMCB 6 was stationed at several notable bases during the Cold War, including Port Hueneme, California, and Davisville, Rhode Island, which served as major Seabee hubs. • Decommissioning in 2005: After more than six decades of distinguished service, NMCB 6 was officially decommissioned in August 2005 as part of a reorganization of the Naval Construction Force.