NMCB-74

• Establishment: Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 74 (NMCB-74) was first commissioned in 1943 during World War II, playing a crucial role in the Pacific theater. • Nickname: Known as the "Fearless 74", the battalion earned its reputation for undertaking difficult and dangerous construction assignments. • Vietnam War Service: NMCB-74 was heavily involved in the Vietnam War, where Seabees constructed airfields, bridges, roads, and defensive positions under hostile conditions. • Hurricane Katrina Relief: The battalion was instrumental in disaster relief after Hurricane Katrina in 2005, providing critical infrastructure repairs and humanitarian aid along the Gulf Coast. • Homeport: NMCB-74 was based at Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport, Mississippi for much of its history. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: The unit deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, constructing camps, airfields, and logistical infrastructure for coalition forces. • Seabee Ball: NMCB-74 held annual Seabee Balls, celebrating their heritage with ceremonies, awards, and camaraderie. • Humanitarian Missions: The battalion completed numerous humanitarian construction projects worldwide, including schools, clinics, and wells in countries such as Honduras and Haiti. • Decommissioning: NMCB-74 was officially decommissioned in 2014, marking the end of over 70 years of distinguished service. • Motto and Insignia: The battalion's motto was "Can Do, Will Do," and their insignia featured the iconic Seabee wielding tools and a Tommy gun, symbolizing their dual construction and combat capabilities.