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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 War and Vietnam War. The squadron would become the first Marine Corps helicopter squadron to participate in combat operations when they participated in the Battle of Pusan Perimeter in August 1950. They were deactivated on January 1, 1977.

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  • 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 War and Vietnam War. The squadron would become the first Marine Corps helicopter squadron to participate in combat operations when they participated in the Battle of Pusan Perimeter in August 1950. They were deactivated on January 1, 1977.
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Garrison
  • Inactive
Branch
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  • Tail Code
Role
  • Aerial reconnaissance
  • Artillery spotting
Nickname
  • "Cherry Six"
  • "Klondike"
  • "Seaworthy"
  • "Tomcats"
Country
  • United States
Type
  • Observation
Caption
  • VMO-6 insignia
Dates
  • --12-01
Colors
  • WB
Unit Name
  • Marine Observation Squadron 6
notable commanders
Battles
  • World War II
  • Vietnam War
  • Korean War
  • * Battle of Okinawa
  • * Battle of Chosin Reservoir
  • * Battle of Inchon
  • * Battle of Pusan Perimeter
  • Banana Wars
  • * Occupation of Nicaragua
  • * Battle of Khe Sahn
  • * Operation Dewey Canyon
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  • 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 War and Vietnam War. The squadron would become the first Marine Corps helicopter squadron to participate in combat operations when they participated in the Battle of Pusan Perimeter in August 1950. They were deactivated on January 1, 1977.
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