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3rd and 1st LSB and MSSG 313RD FSSG

James Holmes

U.S. Marine Corps Veteran

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About

Branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Service Years

1986 - 1991

Units

3rd and 1st LSB and MSSG 31

U.S. Marine Corps

Certainly! Here is a brief military history for the 3rd and 1st Landing Support Battalion (LSB) and the Marine Service Support Group 31 (MSSG-31): The 3rd Landing Support Battalion (LSB), originally activated during World War II, has played a crucial role in supporting amphibious operations and logistics for the III Marine Expeditionary Force, primarily in the Pacific region. Similarly, the 1st LSB has provided essential landing support and beachhead management for the I Marine Expeditionary Force, particularly during major conflicts such as the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Marine Service Support Group 31 (MSSG-31), now known as Combat Logistics Battalion 31 (CLB-31), has historically served as the logistics combat element for the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), supporting humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, and combat operations throughout the Asia-Pacific. Together, these units have demonstrated adaptability and resilience, ensuring sustained combat power and mission success across a wide range of military operations.

1988 - 1991
3RD FSSG insignia

3RD FSSG

U.S. Marine Corps

The 3rd Force Service Support Group (FSSG) is a United States Marine Corps combat support unit that provides logistics, medical, and other support services to Marine Corps forces. It is based at Camp Kinser in Okinawa, Japan and is responsible for supporting Marine Corps operations in the Indo-Pacific region. The 3rd FSSG is organized into several subordinate units, including Combat Logistics Regiment 35 and Marine Wing Support Squadron 172. As a vital component of the Marine Corps' overall mission readiness, the 3rd FSSG plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of Marine Corps operations worldwide.

1986 - 1988