Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1
| Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1 | |
|---|---|
 Marine Wing Headqauarters Squadron 1 insignia | |
| Active | 7 July 1941- |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Role | Headquarters |
| Part of | 1st Marine Aircraft Wing III Marine Expeditionary Force |
| Garrison/HQ | Marine Corps Base Camp Foster |
| Nickname(s) | "America’s Finest" |
| Engagements | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | LtCol J. M. Geisler |
Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1 is the headquarters element of the
Okinawa
, Japan.
Mission
The mission of Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1 is to provide administrative and supply support for the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Headquarters.
History
World War II
The Squadron was organized on 7 July 1941, in
MCAS El Toro
. Headquarters Squadron participated in exercises, joint maneuvers, organized reserve training, and other peacetime operations.
Korean War until present
In September 1950, the squadron deployed to Korea in support of the Wing throughout the
Okinawa
.
See also
- United States Marine Corps Aviation
- List of United States Marine Corps aviation support squadrons
References
This article incorporates public domain material from websites or documents of the United States Marine Corps.
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