555th Medical Co. (Amb)

• Origins in World War II: The 555th Medical Company (Ambulance), often referred to as the "Triple Nickel," was originally constituted during World War II, providing critical evacuation and medical support to combat units. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit's insignia features a cross and ambulance wheel, symbolizing its core mission of saving lives and rapid medical evacuation. • Korean War Service: The 555th played a vital role in the Korean War, operating in challenging conditions to evacuate wounded soldiers from front-line positions to mobile army surgical hospitals (MASH). • Vietnam War Deployments: Throughout the Vietnam War, the company provided ambulance and medical evacuation services in hazardous environments, often facing enemy fire during missions. • Humanitarian Missions: Beyond combat, the 555th has participated in humanitarian relief operations, including disaster response and medical outreach in the United States and abroad. • Desert Storm Contributions: During Operation Desert Storm, the company deployed to Southwest Asia, supporting coalition forces with medical evacuation and treatment capabilities. • Modernization: The unit has continually updated its fleet, moving from traditional ambulances to advanced, armored medical evacuation vehicles to better protect patients and medics. • Global War on Terror: The 555th Medical Company has been deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, playing a key role in life-saving medical evacuation under fire. • Dedication to Training: The company is known for rigorous training exercises, simulating real-world combat medical scenarios to ensure readiness for any deployment. • Legacy of Valor: Members of the 555th have received numerous commendations for bravery, including the Combat Medical Badge and other honors, underscoring their courage and commitment to saving lives under fire.