ACB 2

• Origins in World War II: Amphibious Construction Battalion TWO (ACB 2) was commissioned in 1943, playing a vital role in constructing and maintaining beachheads during amphibious invasions in the Pacific Theater. • Nickname “ACEY DEUCEY”: The battalion is affectionately known as “ACEY DEUCEY,” a nod to its unit number and a popular Navy card game. • First in Normandy: ACB 2 was part of the forces that landed on Omaha Beach during the D-Day invasion, contributing to the rapid construction of pontoon causeways for landing troops and supplies. • Innovators of Pontoon Technology: The unit was instrumental in developing and deploying the Navy’s pontoon systems, which allowed for rapid unloading of men and material onto hostile or undeveloped shores. • Vietnam War Support: During the Vietnam War, ACB 2 built and maintained piers, bridges, and logistics support bases, enabling swift movement of supplies to combat zones. • Disaster Relief Missions: Beyond combat, ACB 2 has frequently supported humanitarian missions, including rebuilding efforts after hurricanes and natural disasters in the United States and abroad. • Homeport at Little Creek: ACB 2 is based at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story in Virginia, a hub for Navy amphibious operations on the East Coast. • Rapid Deployment Capability: The battalion is trained to deploy anywhere in the world within 96 hours, making it one of the Navy’s most flexible construction forces. • Support to NASA: ACB 2 divers and construction teams have assisted NASA with recovery operations for space capsules as part of splashdown missions in the Atlantic Ocean. • Legacy of Valor: Members of ACB 2 have received numerous commendations and awards for heroism and excellence, including the Navy Unit Commendation for their service in both combat and peacetime operations.