About this Unit
The 593rd ASG, originally constituted as the 593rd Quartermaster Service Battalion in 1944, has a distinguished history of logistical support within the U.S. Army. The unit provided critical supply and transportation functions during World War II in the Pacific Theater. Over the decades, it was redesignated several times, becoming the 593rd Area Support Group (ASG) and later the 593rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command. The unit has supported major operations including Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom, establishing a reputation for excellence in sustainment and support missions worldwide.
Historical Facts
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Origins in World War II: The 593rd Advanced Service Group (ASG), now known as the 593rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command, traces its lineage to World War II, originally activated as the 1350th Engineer Base Depot Brigade in 1944.
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Pacific Theater Operations: During WWII, the unit played a crucial logistics role in the Pacific, supporting island-hopping campaigns by providing engineering and supply support to frontline forces.
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Vietnam War Service: Reactivated as the 593rd General Support Group in 1966, the unit was deployed to Vietnam, coordinating massive logistics operations and supply convoys throughout the conflict.
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Post-Vietnam Redesignations: After returning from Vietnam, the unit underwent several redesignations, including becoming the 593rd Area Support Group (ASG), reflecting evolving Army logistics doctrines.
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Gulf War Deployment: The 593rd ASG deployed to Saudi Arabia in support of Operation Desert Storm, providing sustainment and logistics support for coalition forces during the liberation of Kuwait.
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Humanitarian Missions: Throughout its history, the 593rd has responded to humanitarian crises, including disaster relief operations in the Philippines and support to U.S. forces during Operation Restore Hope in Somalia.
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Transformation to ESC: In 2007, the unit was redesignated as the 593rd Sustainment Brigade and later the 593rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC), reflecting the Army’s modular transformation.
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Global War on Terror: The 593rd ESC has deployed multiple times in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, overseeing all logistics and sustainment operations for units in theater.
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Pacific Pathways Initiative: The 593rd ESC has been a key participant in the Army’s Pacific Pathways initiative, supporting joint exercises and enhancing readiness across the Indo-Pacific region.
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Motto and Legacy: The unit’s motto, “Proud and Resolute,” reflects a long tradition of excellence and adaptability, supporting American and allied forces in multiple major conflicts and operations for over 75 years.
