William Brown

The 3rd Battalion, 9th Marines (3/9) is an infantry battalion of the United States Marine Corps, first activated in 1917. The battalion saw extensive combat in World War II, notably participating in the battles of Bougainville, Guam, and Iwo Jima. During the Vietnam War, 3/9 operated in key engagements such as Operation Dewey Canyon and the Battle of Khe Sanh. The unit has since participated in multiple deployments, including the Gulf War and the Global War on Terror, before being deactivated and reactivated several times in the 21st century.

The 22 Maintenance 1/18FA Support Team was established to provide critical logistical and technical support to the 1st Battalion, 18th Field Artillery Regiment (1/18 FA). The team specializes in the maintenance and repair of artillery systems, tactical vehicles, and communications equipment, ensuring operational readiness during both training exercises and deployments. Throughout its history, the support team has played a vital role in sustaining the combat effectiveness of the battalion during operations at home and abroad. Their expertise and dedication have contributed significantly to the success of 1/18 FA missions, earning recognition for excellence in support operations.

The 822nd Engineer Aviation Battalion (EAB) was a United States Army Air Forces unit activated during World War II. Organized in 1942, the battalion specialized in constructing airfields and related infrastructure in support of Allied air operations. The 822nd EAB played a crucial role in the European Theater, rapidly building and repairing runways under combat conditions to ensure the continuous flow of air support. After the war, the unit was deactivated as part of the general postwar drawdown of military forces.