52nd MP Co

• Origins in World War II: The 52nd Military Police Company (MP Co) was first constituted during World War II, specifically on 15 July 1942, as the 52nd Military Police Company, and activated at Fort Ontario, New York. • European Theater Service: The unit served in the European Theater during World War II, supporting operations in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Decorated for Valor: The 52nd MP Co earned several campaign streamers and commendations for its outstanding service during World War II, including participation in the famous Battle of the Bulge. • Reactivations and Inactivations: The company has been activated, inactivated, and reactivated multiple times over the decades, reflecting the changing needs of the U.S. Army. • Cold War Service: The 52nd MP Co served in Germany during the Cold War, providing law enforcement and security operations for U.S. Army Europe. • Operation Desert Storm: Elements of the 52nd MP Co were deployed in support of Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm in the early 1990s, assisting with security and prisoner of war operations. • Iraq and Afghanistan Deployments: The company deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, conducting police, security, and convoy escort missions. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit's insignia features a gold color metal and enamel device with a green background, symbolizing military police functions and readiness. • Community Engagement: The 52nd MP Co has a long tradition of participating in local community events and partnerships, enhancing civil-military relations wherever it is stationed. • Modern Missions: Today, the 52nd Military Police Company continues to provide law enforcement, force protection, and combat support both at home and abroad, adapting to new challenges in homeland security and global operations.