377th Medevac

• Origins: The 377th Medical Company (Air Ambulance), commonly referred to as the 377th MEDEVAC, was originally constituted in the U.S. Army Reserve and has served both stateside and overseas. • Vietnam War Service: The 377th was activated for federal service during the Vietnam War era, providing critical medevac support for wounded soldiers in combat zones. • Aircraft Used: Over its history, the unit has operated several types of helicopters for medical evacuation, including the UH-1 "Huey" and later the UH-60 Black Hawk. • Rescue Missions: The 377th has conducted thousands of life-saving evacuation missions, often under hostile fire and adverse weather conditions. • Humanitarian Aid: Beyond combat, the 377th has provided medical evacuation and disaster relief during domestic emergencies, such as hurricanes and floods. • Desert Storm Deployment: Members of the 377th were mobilized during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, supporting coalition forces in the Middle East. • Medal Recipients: Soldiers from the 377th have received numerous commendations, including the Air Medal and Army Commendation Medal, for their valor and service. • Global War on Terror: The 377th has been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, providing lifesaving MEDEVAC capabilities to U.S. and coalition troops. • Innovation: The unit has been instrumental in refining MEDEVAC tactics, including the use of night vision goggles and advanced trauma care in the field. • Legacy: The 377th MEDEVAC is recognized for its “Dustoff” spirit, a tradition of risking everything to save the wounded, and continues to be a vital part of Army medical operations.