RIVDIV 532

River Division 532 (RIVDIV 532) was a unit within the U.S. Navy's Mobile Riverine Force during the Vietnam War. Established in the late 1960s, RIVDIV 532 operated heavily armored river patrol boats (PBRs) and monitors, conducting combat and patrol operations along the Mekong Delta's complex waterways. The division played a crucial role in Operation Game Warden and other missions, providing fire support, troop transport, and interdiction of Viet Cong supply lines. RIVDIV 532 was renowned for its adaptability in the challenging riverine environment, contributing significantly to U.S. efforts to control the delta and disrupt enemy activity.