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Ammo Company
U.S. Marine Corps
BASIC ELECTRONICS SCHOOL
U.S. Marine Corps
camp hn smith hawaii
U.S. Marine Corps
CAP
U.S. Marine Corps
CSSD-23
U.S. Marine Corps
FIRST FSSG
U.S. Marine Corps
Fox 2-8
U.S. Marine Corps
H&MS-16
U.S. Marine Corps
Headquarters and Maintenance Squadron 16 (H&MS-16) was a United States Marine Corps aviation support unit established to provide logistics, maintenance, and administrative support to Marine Aircraft Group 16 (MAG-16). Activated during the Vietnam War, H&MS-16 played a crucial role at bases such as Marble Mountain Air Facility, supporting helicopter squadrons by ensuring aircraft readiness through maintenance and supply operations. The squadron’s efforts contributed significantly to the operational effectiveness of helicopter missions, including troop transport, medical evacuation, and logistical resupply. After the Vietnam War, H&MS-16 continued to support Marine aviation until it was eventually redesignated as part of the Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) reorganization.
HEADQUARTERS AND SERVICE BATTALION
U.S. Marine Corps
HMLA 167
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167 (HMLA-167), known as the "Warriors," was originally activated on March 1, 1968, at Marble Mountain Air Facility, Vietnam, as HML-167. The squadron provided close air support, armed escort, and utility helicopter support to Marine ground forces during the Vietnam War, flying the UH-1E Huey. Over the decades, HMLA-167 has participated in numerous operations, including Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom, evolving its mission with the introduction of AH-1 Cobra attack helicopters and upgraded UH-1Y Venoms. Today, HMLA-167 remains an integral part of Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, based at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina.
HMM-165
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 165 (HMM-165), known as the "White Knights," was activated on July 1, 1965, at Marine Corps Air Facility Santa Ana, California. The squadron quickly deployed to Vietnam, providing critical assault support, resupply, and medevac missions during the Vietnam War. Over the decades, HMM-165 participated in numerous operations, including humanitarian missions and combat deployments in the Middle East. The squadron was later re-designated as VMM-165, transitioning to the MV-22B Osprey, and continues to serve as a vital component of the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing.
HMS-13
U.S. Marine Corps
HMS-32
U.S. Marine Corps
HQBN 2DMARDIV
U.S. Marine Corps
HQBN 3rd Marine Div Okinawa
U.S. Marine Corps
Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division (HQBN 3rd MarDiv), based in Okinawa, Japan, traces its roots to the activation of the 3rd Marine Division in 1942 during World War II. The unit played a vital role in providing command and control, administrative, and logistical support to the division throughout major Pacific campaigns, including the Battle of Iwo Jima. After the war, HQBN was reactivated and relocated several times, ultimately establishing a longstanding presence on Okinawa as part of the United States’ forward-deployed forces in the Indo-Pacific region. Today, HQBN 3rd MarDiv continues to support Marine operations and readiness, serving as a critical element in maintaining regional stability and rapid response capabilities.
IST MARINE AIR WING
U.S. Marine Corps
JASCO
U.S. Marine Corps
MABS 32
U.S. Marine Corps
MALS 42
U.S. Marine Corps
MALS-13
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 13 (MALS-13), known as the "Black Widows," was activated on March 1, 1942, and played a vital support role during World War II in the Pacific Theater. Originally established to provide logistical and maintenance support to Marine Aircraft Group 13, the squadron has supported numerous operations, including actions in the Vietnam War and Operations Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom. Over the decades, MALS-13 has been instrumental in ensuring the readiness of Marine Corps aviation units through supply, maintenance, and ordnance support. Today, MALS-13 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, continuing its mission of supporting Marine aviation excellence.
MALS-24, MAG-24
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 24 (MALS-24), part of Marine Aircraft Group 24 (MAG-24), was originally activated during World War II to provide aviation logistics support to Marine Corps aviation units. Over the decades, MALS-24 has played a critical role in supporting fixed- and rotary-wing squadrons through maintenance, supply, and ordnance services, ensuring operational readiness across the Pacific theater. The unit has participated in numerous operations and exercises, including deployments in support of Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm, and various humanitarian missions in the Asia-Pacific region. Today, MALS-24 continues its mission at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, enabling MAG-24's aviation units to maintain combat effectiveness and readiness.
MARINE BARRACKS BOSTON
U.S. Marine Corps
MARINE BARRACKS NAVAL WEAPONS STATION CHARLESTON,
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Barracks, Naples, Italy
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Barracks, Naples, Italy, was established in the post-World War II era to provide security for U.S. Navy installations and personnel in the region. The unit operated as part of the Marine Corps Security Forces, tasked with safeguarding Naval Support Activity Naples and supporting U.S. Sixth Fleet operations in the Mediterranean. Throughout the Cold War and into the 21st century, Marines from the barracks played a crucial role in force protection, embassy reinforcement, and regional crisis response. The unit was deactivated in 2007 as part of a broader realignment of U.S. military forces in Europe.