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Branch

U.S. Navy

Members

About NCB CM

Certainly! However, there is no widely recognized military unit known as "NCB CM" in established military history or organizations up to 2024. If you are referring to a specific unit, such as a Naval Construction Battalion (often abbreviated as NCB, also known as "Seabees") and CM representing "Construction Mechanic," here is a general history: The Naval Construction Battalions (NCB), known as "Seabees," were established in 1942 to provide construction support for the U.S. Navy during World War II. Construction Mechanics (CM) are a critical rating within the Seabees, responsible for maintaining and repairing heavy equipment essential for building airfields, bases, and infrastructure in combat zones. Seabees have served in every major U.S. conflict since WWII, earning a reputation for their motto, "We Build, We Fight." The NCBs, with CMs as integral members, continue to provide engineering and logistical support to military operations worldwide. If you meant a different unit by "NCB CM," please provide more information!

Unit Members

Linzi Syvertsen

U.S. Navy

NCB CMView Profile

Peter Ryan

U.S. Navy

NCB CMView Profile

Photos

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

About NCB CM

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Naval Construction Battalion (NCB): NCB stands for Naval Construction Battalion, commonly known as the "Seabees," established in 1942 to provide construction support during World War II. • CM Designation: The "CM" refers to the Construction Mechanic rating within the Seabees, responsible for the maintenance and repair of construction vehicles and equipment. • World War II Origins: The first NCBs were rapidly assembled after the attack on Pearl Harbor, comprising skilled civilian builders and tradesmen who volunteered for military service. • Motto: The Seabees' famous motto, "We Build, We Fight," encapsulates their dual role as both builders and combat-ready personnel. • Pacific Island Hopping: NCBs played a vital role in the Pacific Theater, constructing airstrips, bases, and infrastructure on remote islands under fire, enabling Allied advances. • D-Day Contributions: Seabees, including CMs, were instrumental during the Normandy landings, building pontoon causeways and repairing damaged vessels under combat conditions. • Korean and Vietnam Wars: NCB CMs continued their legacy by constructing and maintaining critical infrastructure, such as roads and airfields, often in hostile environments. • Humanitarian Missions: Beyond combat, NCB CMs have participated in disaster relief and humanitarian missions worldwide, providing vital engineering support after hurricanes, earthquakes, and tsunamis. • Modern Deployments: Today, NCB CMs support operations in the Middle East and elsewhere, maintaining the Navy’s ability to build and sustain forward operating bases. • Historic Nickname: The term "Seabee" comes from the initials "CB" for Construction Battalion, and the bee mascot symbolizes industriousness and teamwork—qualities exemplified by every NCB CM.