History for this marine mcata pages 1 16 text version. He was called to active duty and deployed with vmgr 234 in support of operation iraqi freedom in 2003 and again in support of operation iraqi freedom ii in 2004. Marine corps lockheed kct hercules buno 165162, 165163 assigned to marine aerial refueler transport squadron. He enlisted into the united states marine corps reserve in 1996, rising to the rank of sergeant. Squadron 452, on the flight line of campia turzii, romania, june 3, 2010. Custom patches for the marine aerial refueler transport squadron 252 at marine corps air station cherry point, north carolina. Vmgr252 custom patches marine aerial refueler transport. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 vmgr234 on. This is accomplished through the use of the two refueling pods mounted under the wings of its kcj aircraft, outboard of the engines. Hill retired after 32 years of faithful service to the united states navy. Includes official vmgr352 and mc websites, vmgr352 drc deployment readiness coordinator name and contact, vmgr352 facebook pages, vmgr352 groups and more. In october 1983, vmgr 234 received the new kct and became. Missions included night assault landings to unimproved desert strips, helicopter aerial refueling, logistics, and extensive resupply of fuel.
With worldclass production and customer support, your satisfaction is guaranteed. A pair of kc hercules aircraft, from vmgr 452, out of newburgh, n. Vmgr234 was originally commissioned at the marine corp air station. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 452 vmgr452 is a reserve united states marine. Includes official vmgr234 and mc websites, vmgr234 drc deployment readiness coordinator name and contact, vmgr234 facebook pages, vmgr234 groups and more. Blake towler on 18 april, wasplhd 1 rendered emergency aid to a merchant vessel on fire approximately 85 miles west of crete.
With the arrival of the kcf in 1975, the squadron was once again redesignated as marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234. Vmgr352 is celebrating their 75th anniversary tonight and tomorrow. During this operation, vmgr352 was augmented by vmgr234 and vmgr452 to form the largest assemblage of kcs in history. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Vmgr252 also supported the introduction of the av8a harrier. Marine scout bomber squadron 234 vmsb234 was activated at marine.
Eople planes placeseople planes places edited by jo2 e. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 vmgr 234 is a reserve united states marine corps kcj squadron. Mar 17, 2020 hill retired after 32 years of faithful service to the united states navy. Vmgr 234 assisted hmh464 in the training to maintain interoperability. Were celebrating the work of archivists and the importance of archives with a series of blog posts about the electronic records. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 vmgr234 is a reserve united states marine corps kct squadron. Kc hercules united states navymarine corps from wikimedia commons, the free media repository. Media in category kc hercules united states navymarine corps the following 9 files are in this category, out of 9 total. I have personally spent 4 years researching and preserving history of these units and the community of veterans who once worked on these titans of military transportation. November 30, 2017 fort worth, tx tactically checking out their alz strip.
Marine aerial refueler transport squadron234 vmgr234. Marine aerial refueled transport squadron 252, of the 2nd maw mag14, is stationed on mcas cherry point. History, politics and current affairs view topic usmc. Apr 02, 2015 nick wright is with edward jerome fitzsimons and 2 others at vmgr234 americas squadron. Our vmgr252 patches are 100% embroidered with velcro backing. Please consider donating any amount you desire to help cover my server costs. Click to read more about history of marine corps aviation in world war ii by robert lee sherrod. Media in category marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 the following 15 files are in this category, out of 15 total. Marine corps kc hercules squadrons and the family it has built over the past 50 plus years. Oct 09, 2016 a marine assigned to marine aerial refueler transport squadron two three four vmgr 234 enters data into her laptop computer inside the maintenance, control, and administration tent at ahmed al jaber air base ab, kuwait, during operation iraqi freedom.
The marshall islandflagged vessel, sealand mariner, initially reported two fires out of control aft in the ship, one crew member in the. In december that year vmgr 152 completed its transition to the kcj. Naval air station glenview or nas glenview was an operational u. Amphibious assault carriers and marine helicopter squadrons rein, 2003 the amphibious assault ship kearsarge lhd 3 conducts combat operations in support of operation. Vmgr 152s secondary missions include rapid ground refueling of aircraft and motorized vehicles, aerial transport and delivery, airborne direct air support center, and battlefield illumination. Vmgr152 is capable of refueling helicopters, tiltrotor and fixedwing aircraft in support of tactical missions, training operations, or ferry flights. History, politics and current affairs view topic united. By lindsey baguio you,\ he said with athe orange county register smile. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr 234 leaders.
Reconfigured as a naval air reserve base following wwii, nas glenview supported naval air reserve, marine air reserve4th marine. Marines from marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 vmgr234, based at forth worth, texas, and their moroccan counterparts conducted fixedwing aerial refueling, assault support, rapid. With more than 12 billion pages of textual materials. Vmgr 352 deployed four airplanes from october 2001 through january 2002, combining forces with vmgr 252 and vmgr 234 to play a pivotal role in the commencement of operation enduring freedom. The page includes the unit history and location, usmc contact. In january 2003 the raiders once again deployed to the middle east, joining forces with vmgr234 and vmgr452 to form marine aerial refueler transport squadron deployed forces bahrain. Marine corps forces reserves major subordinate commands. The kcs of the vmgr dets did not fly from nassau, but were assigned under hmm263. Vmgr 234 bears fixed wing squadron patch military clothing. Vmgr 234 has a long history of providing support across the world and according to frank, vmgr 234 generally deploys about every six months, so they are accustomed to the operation tempo this. The mission of vmgr252 is to support the magtf commander by providing airtoair refueling, assault support, and offensive air support, day or night under all weather conditions during expeditionary, joint, or combined operations. These additional responsibilities enabled the sumos to play a. Vmgr234 has a long history of providing support across the world and according to frank, vmgr234 generally deploys about every six months, so they are accustomed to the operation tempo this.
Us marine and royal moroccan air force aircrew and support personnel are this month participating in an aviation training exercise atx as part of the annual african lion 2009 activities. Christopher padilla checked in to vmgr234 americas squadron. Us marines, moroccan aviators fly african lion defenceweb. Our vmgr 252 patches are 100% embroidered with velcro backing. The squadron, known as the rangers is stationed at naval air station joint reserve base fort worth, texas. Vmgr 234, observes an aerial refuel training operation from the back of a kcj hercules on feb. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron234 vmgr234 vmgr234 was originally commissioned at the marine corp air station ewa, territory of hawaii in april 1942 as marine scout bomber squadron 234 vmsb234. A ch53 super stallion assigned to marine heavy helicopter squadron hmh 464, carries a humvee during an aerial refueling training operation with marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr 234 on feb.
Marine kct experienced problems at cruising altitude, broke. Located in glenview, illinois, a suburb of chicago, the air base primarily operated training aircraft as well as seaplanes on nearby lake michigan during wwii. In december 1986, vmgr 234 became the first marine squadron to land an aircraft on an ice runway, transporting supplies to mcmurdo station, antarctica. The wing has a rich history dating back to the mid1940s and it continues to. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 452 vmgr 452 is a reserve united states marine corps kctkcj squadron. In october 1983, vmgr234 received the new kct and became. These additional responsibilities enabled the sumos to play a key role in the success of 21 exercises during 2002. In august 1973, vmgr 252 was involved in the development of safe and standardized aerial refueling procedures to be used with the harrier. The challenges of electronic records pieces of history. In december that year vmgr152 completed its transition to the kcj. A pair of kc hercules aircraft, from vmgr452, out of newburgh, n. In august 1973, vmgr252 was involved in the development of safe and standardized aerial refueling procedures to be used with the harrier. I was asked to throw something together for them, and this was their gift of history for all you raiders out there who cant attend. Includes official vmgr 352 and mc websites, vmgr 352 drc deployment readiness coordinator name and contact, vmgr 352 facebook pages, vmgr 352 groups and more.
In april 1988, a submarine, the uss bonefish required assistance off the florida coast. They are a part of marine aircraft group 41 mag41, 4th marine aircraft wing 4th maw and provide both fixedwing and rotarywing aerial refueling capabilities to support marine forces reserve air operations in addition to assault air transport of personnel, equipment, and. Marine air refueling transport squadron 234 vmgr234 support the marine air. Click here to edit title click here to edit subtitle home. Vmgr 234, looks toward the runway at tan tan airfield, tan tan, morocco, april 9, 2012 120409. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 marine medium tiltrotor squadron 764 marine wing support squadron 471 marine wing support squadron 473 marine unmanned aerial vehicle squadron 4 marine light helicopter attack squadron 775 marine transport squadron 1 marine aircraft group 49. Commanding officer, marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr 234. They are based at stewart air national guard base in newburgh, new york and fall under the command of marine aircraft group 49 mag. Vmgr234 will provide aerial refueling service in support of fleet marine air operations and provide assault air transport of personnel, equipment, and supplies.
Vmgr 352 began its transition to the kcj in august 2004. History of marine corps aviation in world war ii by robert. March 23, 2015 fort worth, tx i gotta get a real job, these hours suck. He was called to active duty and deployed with vmgr234 in support of operation iraqi freedom in 2003 and again in support of operation iraqi freedom ii in 2004. Us history textbooks free homework help and answers. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 452 vmgr452 is a reserve united states marine corps kctkcj squadron.
Some individual awards by members of vmgr152 4 bronze stars with v, 8 distinguished flying crosses, 26 purple hearts 18 which were posthumously for fallen aircrews. Vmgr 152 command chronology covering janjun 1975 dated 111975 document no. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 vmgr 234 is a reserve united states marine corps kct squadron. Vmgr 252 also supported the introduction of the av8a harrier. Vmgr152s secondary missions include rapid ground refueling of aircraft and motorized vehicles, aerial transport and delivery, airborne direct air support center, and battlefield illumination. Amphibious assault carriers and marine helicopter squadrons rein, 2003 the amphibious assault ship kearsarge lhd 3 conducts combat operations in support of operation iraqi freedom in the arabian gulf in march 2003. A comprehensive database of all ww2 us marine corps squadrons showing designation, aircraft flown, leading aces, histories, insignia. Vmgr152s role in this mission resulted in carrying over 35,000 pounds 16,000 kg of cargo and 42 passengers to the poverty stricken country. Usmc marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 vmgr 234. The newest model of the c features an allglass cockpit, digital flightmanagement system, and reduced crew requirements. Commanding officer, marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr 234 lieutenant colonel bryan l.
The mission of vmgr 252 is to support the magtf commander by providing airtoair refueling, assault support, and offensive air support, day or night under all weather conditions during expeditionary, joint, or combined operations. Eight decades of realpolitik herman j cohens latest book. Jack bergman simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Marines of vmgr234 return to the glenview house on 10 nov 06 for some beer and bullshit. Todays post comes from sam mcclure, electronic records program officer in the office of the archivist.
Kyle ditto was relieved of his duties as commanding officer of marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234. Vmgr 152s role in this mission resulted in carrying over 35,000 pounds 16,000 kg of cargo and 42 passengers to the poverty stricken country. Vmgr234 assisted hmh464 in the training to maintain interoperability. Monday, november 10, 2008three wars and a lot ofhistory for this marinea retired marine pilot will share his experiences with marines atcamp pendleton on wednesday. I have a book which might have better answers, but it will take a little while to. Heckl is the commanding general of 2nd marine aircraft wing and hill is the outgoing command master chief of 2nd maw. Vmgr is listed in the worlds largest and most authoritative dictionary database of abbreviations and acronyms. Marine commander of texasbased reserve squadron fired. While there, the squadron began operations and trained for duty in the south pacific. Alan stinar c junior logistics analyst ltm inc linkedin. Includes official vmgr 234 and mc websites, vmgr 234 drc deployment readiness coordinator name and contact, vmgr 234 facebook pages, vmgr 234 groups and more.
Vmgr352 began its transition to the kcj in august 2004. The uip for marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 is an allinclusive resource of official unit information. Usmc marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 vmgr234. During this operation, vmgr 352 was augmented by vmgr 234 and vmgr 452 to form the largest assemblage of kcs in history. Vmgr452 mobilization station, chicago ii marine expeditionary force augmentation command element 4th marine aircraft wing 4th marine logistics group united states marine corps reserve marine forces north. Vmgr234 sign in or register to add photos back to gallery. Stepbystep solutions to all your us history homework questions slader. Vmgr234 nas glenview, il kct vmgr452 stewart angb, ny kct specialist units.
During october 2010, vmgr152 flew relief operations in the republic of the philippines in the aftermath of typhoon megi. Mar 26, 2008 01234 n 0170 1 vmgr 234 ft worth tx 01234 n 7380 3 vmgr 234 ft worth tx. Vmgr 152 command chronology covering juldec 1973 dated 711973 document no. The uip for marine refueler transport squadron 352 is an allinclusive resource of official unit information. I have a book which might have better answers, but it will take a little while to dig out. The aircraft is the first of 12 new tankers to be received by vmgr234, said gunnery sgt. They are based at stewart air national guard base in newburgh, new york and fall under the command of marine aircraft group 49 mag49 and the 4th marine aircraft wing 4th maw. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 234 vmgr234. Discover vmgr 234 squadron patch tshirt, a custom product made just for you by teespring. Vmgr 352 is celebrating their 75th anniversary tonight and tomorrow. The raiders sent nine planes to the combined squadron, which fielded a total of twentyfour aircraft. Vmgr234 is a reserve united states marine corps kct squadron. He was honorably discharged in 2005 and will be forever proud to be a us marine.
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