ABOUT 44th Medical Brigade
- The 44th Medical Brigade was activated on 20 June 1967 at Fort Sam Houston, Texas.
- During the Vietnam War, the brigade provided medical support to U.S. and allied forces in Southeast Asia.
- In 1990-91, the brigade deployed to Saudi Arabia in support of Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
- The brigade's motto is "Supporting the Line."
- The brigade's distinctive unit insignia features a gold caduceus surrounded by a maroon and white background.
- The 44th Medical Brigade has won numerous awards, including the Meritorious Unit Commendation and Humanitarian Service Medal.
- The brigade provides medical command and control for all medical units within a theater of operations.
- The brigade's headquarters is currently located at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
- The 44th Medical Brigade played a critical role in providing medical support during Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
- The brigade continues to support medical operations around the world, including peacekeeping missions and disaster relief efforts.
