USNMCB1

• Founding Date: USNMCB 1 (United States Naval Mobile Construction Battalion ONE) was originally activated on March 15, 1942, at Camp Allen, Virginia, during the height of World War II. • First Deployment: Their first overseas deployment was to Iceland in August 1942, supporting the defense of vital North Atlantic sea lanes. • "Seabees" Nickname: Members of NMCB 1, like all Construction Battalions, are known as "Seabees," derived from the initials "C.B." • Pacific Campaigns: NMCB 1 played a crucial role in constructing airfields, roads, and support facilities throughout the Pacific Theater, including Guadalcanal and Okinawa. • Korean War Service: Reactivated for the Korean War, NMCB 1 built and maintained critical infrastructure, aiding U.S. and United Nations forces. • Vietnam War Distinction: NMCB 1 was among the first Seabee battalions deployed to Vietnam, constructing camps, airstrips, and defensive positions under hostile conditions. • Humanitarian Efforts: NMCB 1 has deployed globally for disaster relief, including rebuilding efforts after hurricanes, earthquakes, and tsunamis. • Cold Weather Operations: The battalion has unique experience in Arctic and sub-Arctic construction, including deployments to Adak, Alaska, and Greenland. • Operation Iraqi Freedom & Enduring Freedom: NMCB 1 deployed to the Middle East, supporting combat operations and infrastructure development in both Iraq and Afghanistan. • Motto and Emblem: The battalion’s motto is "First and Finest," and their emblem features the iconic Seabee with a hammer, wrench, and submachine gun, symbolizing their construction and combat capabilities.