Headquarters Camp Courtney Okinawa

• Named After Major Henry A. Courtney, Jr.: Camp Courtney honors Major Henry A. Courtney, Jr., a Marine who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the Battle of Okinawa in World War II. • Strategic Headquarters: Camp Courtney serves as the headquarters for the 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF), playing a pivotal role in U.S. military operations in the Asia-Pacific region. • Established in the 1950s: The camp was established in the late 1950s, following the end of World War II and the beginning of the U.S. military presence on Okinawa. • Role in the Cold War: During the Cold War, Camp Courtney was a key forward base, supporting U.S. military commitments throughout Southeast Asia, including the Vietnam War. • Community Engagement: Camp Courtney is known for community relations activities, such as the annual Courtney Fest, which fosters goodwill between U.S. personnel and Okinawan residents. • Earthquake-Resistant Structures: Due to Okinawa’s location in a seismic zone, many of Camp Courtney’s buildings are designed to withstand earthquakes and typhoons. • Historic Relocation of Units: Over the decades, Camp Courtney has hosted various Marine units, with its command and tenant units occasionally shifting due to broader U.S. force realignments in the region. • Support for Humanitarian Missions: The camp has served as a staging area for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations, including responses to natural disasters in the Asia-Pacific. • International Training Exercises: Marines based at Camp Courtney regularly participate in joint training exercises with Japanese Self-Defense Forces and other regional allies. • Family-Oriented Facilities: The base features amenities like schools, a commissary, medical clinics, and recreational centers, supporting the well-being of military families stationed in Okinawa.