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MARINE CORPS SYSTEMS COMMAND
U.S. Marine Corps
MARINE HELICOPTER SQUADRON ONE (HMX-1)
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Helicopter Squadron One (HMX-1) was established on December 1, 1947, at Marine Corps Air Facility Quantico, Virginia. Originally tasked with testing and developing helicopter tactics and equipment, HMX-1 soon took on the unique mission of providing helicopter transport for the President of the United States, a role it has fulfilled since 1957. The squadron is best known for operating the "Marine One" helicopters, ensuring safe and secure executive transport. Over the decades, HMX-1 has expanded its mission to include support for visiting heads of state, dignitaries, and other VIPs, while maintaining a standard of excellence in both operational capability and ceremonial duties.
MATCS
U.S. Marine Corps
MATCU 69
U.S. Marine Corps
MCAS FUTEMA
U.S. Marine Corps
MCAS Kaneohe HI
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Kaneohe Bay, located on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, was originally established in 1939 as a U.S. Navy air station. On December 7, 1941, it was one of the first sites attacked during the Japanese raid on Pearl Harbor, suffering significant damage and casualties. After World War II, the base played a key role in supporting Pacific operations and was officially transferred to the United States Marine Corps in 1952. Since then, MCAS Kaneohe Bay has served as a crucial hub for Marine Corps aviation, training, and expeditionary operations throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
MCNAFAS
U.S. Marine Corps
MIKE
U.S. Marine Corps
Mike 3-9
U.S. Marine Corps
MWSS-371
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Wing Support Squadron 371 (MWSS-371), known as the "Sandsharks," was activated on 1 April 1986 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona. The unit provides essential aviation ground support, including airfield operations, engineering, fuel, and motor transport, to Marine aviation units. MWSS-371 has supported numerous operations and exercises, notably deploying in support of Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom, where it played a critical role in expeditionary airfield establishment and sustainment. The squadron continues to be a key asset in enabling Marine Corps aviation operations worldwide.
NAS BERMUDA
U.S. Marine Corps
NMCB 18
U.S. Marine Corps
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 18 (NMCB 18), known as the "Desert Battalion," is a unit of the United States Navy Reserve Seabees. Established during World War II, NMCB 18 originally supported construction and engineering operations in the Pacific Theater, contributing to vital airfields, bases, and infrastructure. Reactivated in the postwar era, the battalion has since participated in numerous missions, including operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, providing expeditionary construction and humanitarian assistance. Today, NMCB 18 continues to support both combat and peacetime operations around the world, exemplifying the Seabee motto: "We Build, We Fight."
OCS
U.S. Marine Corps
The Officer Candidate School (OCS) is a military training institution established to commission officers in various branches of the armed forces. Originating in the United States during World War I and expanding significantly during World War II, OCS was designed to quickly and effectively prepare enlisted personnel and civilians for leadership roles. The curriculum emphasizes leadership development, military tactics, and physical fitness, ensuring candidates are ready for the responsibilities of command. Today, OCS continues to serve as a vital pathway for commissioning officers, adapting its programs to meet the evolving needs of modern militaries.
RESERVE SUPPORT UNIT
U.S. Marine Corps
SECOND MARINE DIV
U.S. Marine Corps
THIRD BATTALION
U.S. Marine Corps
USNMCB11
U.S. Marine Corps
United States Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 11 (USNMCB 11), also known as "Seabees," was commissioned during World War II in 1942. The battalion played a crucial role in constructing bases, airfields, and infrastructure in the Pacific Theater, supporting major operations such as those in Guadalcanal and the Solomon Islands. Reactivated for the Vietnam War, NMCB 11 built vital facilities, roads, and defensive positions throughout Southeast Asia. The unit has since continued to serve in various global deployments, providing critical construction and humanitarian support in both peacetime and conflict.
vmf 251
U.S. Marine Corps
VMF 314
U.S. Marine Corps
VMF-251
U.S. Marine Corps
VMFA-321
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 321 (VMFA-321), known as the “Hell’s Angels,” was a reserve squadron of the United States Marine Corps. Originally activated in 1943 during World War II as VMF-321, the squadron flew the F4U Corsair in the Pacific Theater. After deactivation post-war, it was reactivated as a Marine Reserve unit and later transitioned to flying jet aircraft, including the F-8 Crusader and F-4 Phantom II, before ultimately operating the F/A-18 Hornet. VMFA-321 was based at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland until its deactivation in 2004, marking over 60 years of service.
VMFA-334
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 334 (VMFA-334), known as the “Falcons,” was a United States Marine Corps fighter attack squadron. Initially activated during World War II as VMSB-334, the unit transitioned through various aircraft and roles before becoming VMFA-334. During the Vietnam War, the squadron flew F-4 Phantom II jets and was heavily engaged in combat operations from 1967 to 1970, earning multiple commendations for its actions. VMFA-334 was deactivated in 1971, marking the end of its distinguished service.
VMFA-513
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 513 (VMFA-513), known as the "Flying Nightmares," was originally commissioned in 1944 as VMF-513. The squadron saw combat in World War II, the Korean War—where it became the first Marine squadron to fly jet aircraft in combat—and the Vietnam War, providing close air support and night-fighting capabilities. In the 1980s, VMFA-513 transitioned to flying the AV-8B Harrier II, becoming one of the Marine Corps’ premier vertical/short takeoff and landing (V/STOL) attack squadrons. The squadron participated in Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom before being deactivated in 2013.
VMFT-401
U.S. Marine Corps