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MCSFCO KINGS BAY
U.S. Marine Corps
MIKE BTRY 4-12
U.S. Marine Corps
MRP
U.S. Marine Corps
MTACS-38
U.S. Marine Corps
MWSS-172
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 (MWSS-172), known as the “Firehawks,” was activated on 16 April 1986 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. The squadron is a part of Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, and provides essential aviation ground support for Marine Corps aviation operations throughout the Asia-Pacific region. MWSS-172 has supported numerous exercises, humanitarian missions, and real-world contingencies, including operations in the Philippines, Thailand, and disaster relief efforts such as Operation Tomodachi following the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami. Through its diverse mission sets, MWSS-172 continues to play a critical role in maintaining the operational readiness and effectiveness of Marine aviation forces in the Indo-Pacific.
MWSS-372
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Wing Support Squadron 372 (MWSS-372), known as the "Diamondbacks," was activated on 2 June 1986 at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Camp Pendleton, California. The squadron provides essential aviation ground support to enable the operations of Marine aviation units, including airfield services, engineering, and logistics. MWSS-372 has supported numerous operations, including deployments to Southwest Asia during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, as well as Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. The unit continues to play a vital role in expeditionary airfield operations and support for Marine Corps aviation both at home and abroad.
MWSS-373
U.S. Marine Corps
NORTH CAROLINA
U.S. Marine Corps
RS CHICAGO
U.S. Marine Corps
US Marine
U.S. Marine Corps
USS EISENHOWER
U.S. Marine Corps
USS MISSOURI
U.S. Marine Corps
VMA-214
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Attack Squadron 214 (VMA-214), famously known as the "Black Sheep," was originally commissioned during World War II as VMF-214, a Marine fighter squadron. Under the legendary leadership of Major Gregory "Pappy" Boyington, the Black Sheep gained fame in the Pacific Theater for their daring and effective aerial combat missions against Japanese forces. The squadron was credited with numerous air victories and earned a Presidential Unit Citation. In later decades, VMA-214 transitioned to flying attack aircraft, notably the AV-8B Harrier II, continuing its legacy of excellence in close air support and expeditionary operations.
VMA-231
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Attack Squadron 231 (VMA-231), nicknamed the "Ace of Spades," is one of the oldest squadrons in the United States Marine Corps, originally formed in 1919 as the 1st Division, Squadron 1. The squadron saw combat in Nicaragua during the late 1920s and later participated in World War II, providing close air support in the Pacific Theater. Over the decades, VMA-231 has operated a variety of aircraft, transitioning from biplanes to modern AV-8B Harrier II jets. The unit has played a key role in numerous operations, including deployments to the Middle East, and continues to serve as a frontline attack squadron supporting Marine Air-Ground Task Force missions.
vmfa-542
U.S. Marine Corps
WES-37
U.S. Marine Corps
1833
U.S. Marine Corps
1ST AIR DELIVERY
U.S. Marine Corps
1st Eng Bn, 1st Nar Div
U.S. Marine Corps
The 1st Engineer Battalion (1st Eng Bn), part of the 1st Marine Division (1st Mar Div), is one of the oldest and most storied engineer units in the United States Marine Corps. Activated in 1941, the battalion played a crucial role in World War II, supporting amphibious assaults across the Pacific, including at Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa. The unit continued its distinguished service during the Korean and Vietnam Wars, providing combat engineering, mobility, and survivability support. In recent decades, the 1st Eng Bn has deployed in support of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, adapting to modern challenges while upholding its legacy of engineering excellence and battlefield support.
1st Explosive Ordinance Unit
U.S. Marine Corps
The 1st Explosive Ordnance Unit was established in 1942 in response to the growing threat of unexploded ordnance during World War II. Originally tasked with bomb disposal in war-torn Europe, the unit quickly earned a reputation for bravery and technical expertise. Over the decades, it adapted to new threats, including improvised explosive devices during conflicts in Asia and the Middle East. Today, the 1st Explosive Ordnance Unit continues to serve as a premier bomb disposal team, providing critical support to both domestic and international operations.
1ST MP BATTALION
U.S. Marine Corps
2D MAINTENANCE BN
U.S. Marine Corps
2D MLG
U.S. Marine Corps
2ND DIV.
U.S. Marine Corps