Scott Carter

Headquarters and Maintenance Squadron 31 (H&MS-31) was a United States Marine Corps aviation support unit originally activated to provide administrative, supply, and intermediate aircraft maintenance support for Marine Aircraft Group 31 (MAG-31). The squadron was first established during World War II and played a critical role in ensuring the operational readiness of the group's aircraft in the Pacific Theater. Throughout the Cold War, H&MS-31 continued its mission, supporting Marine fighter squadrons at various locations, most notably at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina. In the late 1980s, following a Corps-wide reorganization, H&MS-31 was redesignated as Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 31 (MALS-31), continuing its legacy of vital aviation logistics support.

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 235 (VMFA-235), known as the "Death Angels," was originally activated during World War II in 1943 as VMSB-235, flying SBD Dauntless dive bombers in the Pacific Theater. The squadron was re-designated several times, eventually transitioning to jet aircraft and flying the F-4 Phantom II and later the F/A-18 Hornet. VMFA-235 participated in major conflicts including the Vietnam War, where it provided close air support and conducted strike missions. The squadron was based at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, until its deactivation in 1996 after over five decades of distinguished service.

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (All Weather) 235 (VMF(AW)-235), known as the "Death Angels," was a United States Marine Corps aviation unit. Originally commissioned as VMF-235 during World War II in 1943, the squadron participated in combat operations in the Pacific, including the Battle of Okinawa. Re-designated as VMF(AW)-235 in the late 1950s, the unit transitioned to all-weather jet fighters and later became VMFA-235, operating the F-4 Phantom II. The squadron served with distinction during the Vietnam War before being deactivated in 1996.