388 Medical Battalion (U.S. Army) Color Changing Mug 11oz

The 388th Medical Battalion is a United States Army unit primarily tasked with providing medical support to military personnel and civilians during combat operations or humanitarian missions. Established in 1942, the battalion is part of the Army Reserve's 97th Rear Area Operations Command. The 388th Medical Battalion typically deploys as a unit under the command of either a corps, a division, or a separate brigade. Its roles can encompass general medical care, trauma stabilization, preventive medicine, and health services support, among others. Throughout its history, the 388th Medical Battalion has served in various conflicts, including World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and more recently, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.