VetFriends Members: 3,064,780

 
JOIN NOW

History of 1st Supply

The 1st Supply Battalion is a key logistics unit within the United States Marine Corps, providing critical supply support to Marine forces. Activated in 1950, the battalion played a vital role during the Korean War, ensuring front-line troops received essential equipment, ammunition, and provisions. Over the decades, the 1st Supply Battalion has supported operations in Vietnam, the Gulf War, Iraq, and Afghanistan, adapting to evolving logistical challenges. The unit continues to maintain readiness and efficiency, supporting Marine Air-Ground Task Force operations worldwide.

Members

Load More

Gallery

More Unit Photos

ABOUT 1st Supply

  • Origins: The 1st Supply unit traces its origins to World War II, where it was first activated to support large-scale logistical efforts in the Pacific Theater.
  • Redesignation: Over the decades, the unit has undergone multiple redesignations, including names such as 1st Supply Battalion and 1st Supply Company, reflecting its evolving mission in the US military.
  • Support to I MEF: The 1st Supply Battalion is a critical element of the 1st Marine Logistics Group, providing supply support to the I Marine Expeditionary Force (I MEF), one of the Marine Corps' primary warfighting organizations.
  • Desert Storm: During Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, the 1st Supply played a pivotal role in ensuring Marines had the necessary equipment, fuel, and provisions for sustained operations in harsh desert environments.
  • Iraq and Afghanistan Deployments: The unit has been deployed numerous times to Iraq and Afghanistan, providing essential logistical support for combat and humanitarian operations.
  • Rapid Deployment: The 1st Supply prides itself on rapid deployment capabilities, able to establish supply chains and distribution points in austere environments within hours of arrival.
  • Humanitarian Missions: Beyond combat, the unit has supported humanitarian missions, including disaster relief in the Philippines following Typhoon Haiyan in 2013.
  • Innovation: The 1st Supply has pioneered the use of new inventory management technologies, such as RFID tracking, to improve the speed and accuracy of logistics.
  • Unit Motto: The unit’s motto, “Semper Paratus” (“Always Ready”), reflects its commitment to preparedness and unwavering support to the warfighter.
  • Valor and Recognition: Members of the 1st Supply have received numerous awards and commendations for their exceptional service under fire and in support of joint and coalition operations worldwide.

Marine Corps Best Sellers

Go To Store