VMO-6
Marine Observation Squadron 6 (VMO-6) was an observation squadron of the United States Marine Corps which saw extensive action during the Battle of Okinawa in World War II and the Korean and Vietnam Wars. The squadron was the first Marine Corps helicopter squadron to participate in combat operations when it participated in the Battle of Pusan Perimeter in August 1950. The squadron was decommissioned on January 1, 1977.
| Marine Observation Squadron 6 | |
|---|---|
VMO-6 insignia | |
| Active |
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| Country | United States |
| Branch | USMC |
| Type | Observation |
| Role | Artillery spotting Aerial reconnaissance |
| Size | Close air support |
| Garrison/HQ | Inactive |
| Nickname(s) | "Tomcats" "Cherry Six" "Klondike" "Seaworthy" |
| Tail Code | WB |
| Engagements | Banana Wars * Occupation of Nicaragua World War II * Battle of Okinawa Korean War * Battle of Pusan Perimeter * Battle of Inchon * Battle of Chosin Reservoir Vietnam War * Battle of Khe Sahn * Operation Dewey Canyon |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Vernon M. Guymon Hayne D. Boyden Earl E. Anderson William J. White |
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