VMR-216

Marine Transport Squadron 216 (VMR-216) was a United States Marine Corps transport squadron established during World War II. Activated in March 1944, VMR-216 was primarily tasked with providing critical air transport of personnel, equipment, and supplies throughout the Pacific Theater, supporting major campaigns such as those in the Philippines and Okinawa. The squadron operated the R4D (military version of the Douglas DC-3) and played a vital role in medical evacuations and logistics operations. After the war, VMR-216 was deactivated in 1946 as part of the postwar drawdown of forces.