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History of 2nd S&T Bn Camp Mobile Korea

The 2nd Supply and Transportation Battalion (2nd S&T Bn) was a key logistics unit of the United States Army stationed at Camp Mobile, near Dongducheon, South Korea. Activated during the Cold War, the battalion provided essential supply, transportation, and maintenance support to the 2nd Infantry Division and other US forces along the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). Throughout its service, the 2nd S&T Bn played a critical role in sustaining readiness and operational capabilities on the Korean Peninsula. The unit was eventually inactivated as part of ongoing force realignments and the closure of Camp Mobile in the 2000s.

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ABOUT 2nd S&T Bn Camp Mobile Korea

  • Origins: The 2nd Supply and Transportation Battalion (2nd S&T Bn) was part of the 2nd Infantry Division, providing critical logistical support during its operational years in Korea.
  • Camp Mobile: The battalion was primarily stationed at Camp Mobile, a small U.S. Army installation near Dongducheon, north of Seoul and close to the DMZ.
  • Cold War Frontline: Located just miles from North Korea, the 2nd S&T Bn operated on one of the most heavily fortified borders in the world during the tense years of the Cold War.
  • Mission Scope: The battalion’s main mission included transportation of supplies, ammunition, fuel, and rations, as well as vehicle maintenance and recovery operations for the 2nd Infantry Division.
  • Convoy Life: Soldiers regularly participated in convoys traveling the perilous MSR (Main Supply Route) north and south, facing challenging Korean terrain and unpredictable weather.
  • Unique Nickname: Camp Mobile was sometimes called “Camp Immobile” by troops, humorously referencing the frequent breakdowns and vehicle maintenance challenges.
  • Historic Flooding: In the late 1980s, Camp Mobile suffered severe flooding, damaging facilities and vehicles, and requiring a major recovery effort by S&T personnel.
  • Cultural Exchange: Soldiers from the 2nd S&T Bn often participated in community relations projects, building goodwill with local Korean communities and schools.
  • Deactivation: The 2nd S&T Battalion was inactivated in the early 1990s as part of the realignment of U.S. forces in Korea, with its missions absorbed by other units.
  • Legacy: Veterans of the 2nd S&T Bn still share stories online about their experiences, from humorous incidents in the motor pool to tense moments during readiness alerts near the DMZ.

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