About this Unit
ASU Bahrain, or Area Support Unit Bahrain, serves as the primary U.S. Army support element in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Established to provide logistical, administrative, and operational support, ASU Bahrain plays a crucial role in sustaining U.S. Army and joint forces operating in the region. The unit supports missions related to security cooperation, regional stability, and contingency operations throughout the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility. Over the years, ASU Bahrain has contributed to strengthening U.S.-Bahraini military relations and ensuring the readiness and welfare of deployed personnel.
Historical Facts
• Establishment: The US Army Support Unit (ASU) Bahrain was officially established to provide logistical and administrative support to US Army personnel stationed in the Kingdom of Bahrain, a key strategic location in the Persian Gulf.
• Strategic Location: Bahrain is home to the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters, and ASU Bahrain plays a crucial role in supporting joint Army-Navy operations in the region.
• Operation Enduring Freedom: ASU Bahrain supported Operation Enduring Freedom by facilitating the movement of troops, equipment, and supplies through Bahrain to Afghanistan and other locations.
• Logistics Hub: The unit manages one of the most active Army post offices in the CENTCOM area, handling thousands of pounds of mail for deployed personnel every month.
• Small but Mighty: Despite its relatively small size, ASU Bahrain is known for its efficiency and ability to provide wide-ranging support, including transportation, postal services, housing, and personnel services.
• Multinational Cooperation: ASU Bahrain regularly collaborates with Bahraini defense forces and other coalition partners, strengthening diplomatic and military ties in the region.
• Family Support: The unit is recognized for its robust support to Army families overseas, including organizing community events and providing vital information for newcomers.
• Cultural Engagement: ASU Bahrain personnel participate in local Bahraini cultural events, fostering goodwill and mutual understanding between US forces and the host nation.
• Crisis Response: The unit played a key role in supporting noncombatant evacuation operations and contingency planning during periods of regional instability.
• Recognition: ASU Bahrain has received multiple commendations for superior performance in support, safety, and community involvement, making it one of the most respected small units in the US Army overseas.
