Combat Logistics Battalion 26

Mission

Provide the Marine Expeditionary Unit with mission-essential combat service support to ensure readiness, sustainment, and mission capability are achieved and maintained.

1960s-1989

Temporarily activated during the 1960s at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, as Logistics Support Unit,
34th Marine Amphibious Unit, Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic, to participate in exercises and operations in the Mediterranean and Caribbean areas

Redesignated 7 February 1972 as Logistics Support Unit 34, 34th Marine Amphibious Unit,
Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic

Participated in numerous exercises and operations during the 1970s and 1980s in the Mediterranean and North Atlantic Areas

Redesignated 1 July 1982 as Marine Amphibious Unit Service Support Group 24, 24th Marine Amphibious Unit, Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic

Participated as part of the multinational peace-keeping force in Lebanon, October 1982-February 1983 and May -November 1983

Reassigned during January 1985 to the 2d Force Service Support Group

Redesignated 1 March 1986 as Marine Amphibious Unit Service Support Group, 26th Marine Amphibious Unit,
Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic

Redesignated 5 February 1988 as Marine Expeditionary Unit Support Group 26

1990-2003

Participated in support of Operation Sharp Edge, Liberia, December 1999-January 1991

Participated in support of Operation Provide Promise, Bosnia, July-September 1992

Participated in support of operations in the Adriatic Sea, October 1992-August 1994

Participated in support of Operation Restore Hope, Somalia, July-August 1994

Participated in support of Operation Silver Wake, Albania, March-April 1997

Participated in support of multiple operations in the Adriatic Sea area, June 1998-July 1999

Participated in support of Operation Avid Response, Turkey, August-September 1999

Participated in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Afghanistan, November 2001-February 2002

Participated in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Iraq, April-May 2003

Participated in humanitarian operations in Liberia, August-September 2003

(Formerly known as Marine Expeditionary Unit Service Support Group 26)

MISSION

To provide intermediate supply support and intermediate motor transport and engineer ground equipment maintenance to 2d Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW); operate the Aerial Port of Embarkation/Debarkation (APOE/D) under the guidance of II Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF); and provide personnel to the Fleet Assistance Program (FAP) in support of postal, exchange, personnel administration, freight/passenger transportation (TMO), and bulk fuel support for Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point.

CLC-21 Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program

The Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program (UPFRP) is a unit centric program, guided by the Family Readiness Command Team that reinforces the relationship between the unit and the services relevant to the unit, the unit members, and their families. The primary goal of UPFRP is to empower Marines and family members, providing them the opportunities to not just survive but to thrive while taking on the challenges of the military lifestyle. The program is supported by Deployment Readiness Coordinators (DRC) or Uniformed Readiness Coordinators (URC) who implement the Commander's family readiness vision, manage the tenets of the UPFRP, and assist unit Marines, Sailors and families maintain a constant state of family readiness.
 

Services

Marines, spouses, extended family members, and any other contacts authorized by the Marines are supported by the UPFRP. 

Communication: Regular communication with the Marines and families is the cornerstone of UPFRP. The DRC/URC provides the link for two-way communication between the Commander and the families, using a variety of mediums, such as Marine Online, email, newsletters, toll-free numbers, and/or social media sites. Marine Online is the primary web-based tool for disseminating unit information.

Readiness and Resource Referral: The UPFRP provides assistance to address issues with the potential to impact the Marines, families, and the unit. The DRC/URC is a readiness, resource and referral expert, continuously researching and identifying trainings, resources and services to meet every need.

Deployment Support: The UPFRP supports a multitude of training opportunities to assist Marines and their family members with deployments, separations, and life skills. From pre-deployment briefs, to interpersonal communication, to transition assistance, each is designed to empower the participants with skill development and independence.

Volunteer Opportunities: The UPFRP provides opportunities for volunteer growth and development which creates stronger unit cohesion. UPFRP volunteers assist with mentoring others spouses/family members, identifying challenges to be addressed by the Command, and assisting with unit events. UPFRP volunteers also have the potential to grow and develop new skill sets through their volunteer services.

Increased socialization: Unit sponsored events and unit, installation and community connections are made through the UPFRP.

Marines and Sailors are required to check-in with the DRC/URC when they arrive at a new unit. Once a new unit member has provided accurate contact information and authorization to communicate, the family members will begin receiving communication from the command. Family members are encouraged to meet the DRC/URC to learn more about the unit and the services available. 

 Sgt Barnette 
Office: (252) 466-5150