Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Five (NMCB - 5) T-Shirt with Seabee Combat Warfare Specialization on Front and Battalion Logo on Back
Show your Seabee pride with our exclusive NMCB-5 Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist T-Shirt. The front proudly displays NMCB-5 and the SCWS Insignia. The backside displays the proud NMCB-5 logo. The shirts are unisex and come in sand, sport grey, and military green. Since Seabees come in all sizes, our shirts range from small to 5XL.
NMCB-5 History
U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion FIVE (NMCB FIVE), initially commissioned in 1942 and decommissioned in 1945, was reactivated in 1951. It holds a distinguished record for its versatility and readiness to tackle various operations globally, embodying the "Can Do" spirit of the Seabees. The battalion has been pivotal in constructing critical infrastructure—from airstrips and hospitals to bridges and roads—across diverse environments such as Vietnam, Thailand, Alaska, Hawaii, and in response to natural disasters on Guam and Okinawa. During its time, NMCB FIVE has notably been the last battalion to serve in Vietnam and the first in Thailand, earning accolades for their contributions, including the Pacific Naval Construction Force “Best of Type” award and the prestigious Peltier Award in 1972. Their work has spanned across continents, offering disaster recovery support post-Hurricane Hugo and participating in operations such as Desert Storm and Enduring Freedom, showcasing their construction prowess and humanitarian efforts. The battalion's efforts in disaster relief, especially after the Alaska Airlines Flight 261 tragedy and in the recovery operations following Hurricane Andrew, have been commendable, earning them various medals including the U.S. Coast Guard’s Unit Commendation Medal. With deployments that include work in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and the Global War on Terrorism, NMCB FIVE has consistently demonstrated its capacity for rapid response and high-quality construction under challenging conditions. Throughout its history, NMCB FIVE has not only contributed significantly to U.S. military and humanitarian efforts worldwide but has also been recognized for its excellence and professionalism through numerous awards. This tradition of excellence and the "Can Do" spirit continues to define "The Professionals" of NMCB FIVE, making it a pivotal element of the Seabees' global operations. Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist The Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist insignia is a United States Navy warfare qualification awarded to personnel assigned to units within the Naval Construction Force (Seabees), such as Naval Construction Groups, Regiments, Mobile Construction Battalions, Underwater Construction Teams, Maintenance Units, and Amphibious Construction Battalions. Eligibility extends primarily to enlisted Seabee Occupational Field ratings and Civil Engineer Corps members, but any officer or enlisted member in a qualifying unit who completes the required criteria may earn it. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency across a broad range of naval and military subjects, including naval heritage, command and control, safety, logistics, communications, weapons, military tactics, and chemical, biological, and radiological warfare. This involves preparatory coursework, Performance Qualification Standards (PQS) for both general and unit-specific knowledge, an officer-specific PQS for officers, career performance and physical fitness standards, participation in field training or operations, a written test, a preparatory oral board, and a final comprehensive oral examination. The insignia, issued in silver for enlisted personnel and gold for officers, features an armed Seabee over a crossed sword and rifle atop oak leaves, symbolizing the Seabees. Authorized by the "Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist" instruction in March 1992, the insignia designator (SCW) is added to the rating designator of those qualified. The first recipient was its designer, Commander Ross S. Selvidge, in March 1993.
Show your Seabee pride with our exclusive NMCB-5 Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist T-Shirt. The front proudly displays NMCB-5 and the SCWS Insignia. The backside displays the proud NMCB-5 logo. The shirts are unisex and come in sand, sport grey, and military green. Since Seabees come in all sizes, our shirts range from small to 5XL.
NMCB-5 History
U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion FIVE (NMCB FIVE), initially commissioned in 1942 and decommissioned in 1945, was reactivated in 1951. It holds a distinguished record for its versatility and readiness to tackle various operations globally, embodying the "Can Do" spirit of the Seabees. The battalion has been pivotal in constructing critical infrastructure—from airstrips and hospitals to bridges and roads—across diverse environments such as Vietnam, Thailand, Alaska, Hawaii, and in response to natural disasters on Guam and Okinawa. During its time, NMCB FIVE has notably been the last battalion to serve in Vietnam and the first in Thailand, earning accolades for their contributions, including the Pacific Naval Construction Force “Best of Type” award and the prestigious Peltier Award in 1972. Their work has spanned across continents, offering disaster recovery support post-Hurricane Hugo and participating in operations such as Desert Storm and Enduring Freedom, showcasing their construction prowess and humanitarian efforts. The battalion's efforts in disaster relief, especially after the Alaska Airlines Flight 261 tragedy and in the recovery operations following Hurricane Andrew, have been commendable, earning them various medals including the U.S. Coast Guard’s Unit Commendation Medal. With deployments that include work in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and the Global War on Terrorism, NMCB FIVE has consistently demonstrated its capacity for rapid response and high-quality construction under challenging conditions. Throughout its history, NMCB FIVE has not only contributed significantly to U.S. military and humanitarian efforts worldwide but has also been recognized for its excellence and professionalism through numerous awards. This tradition of excellence and the "Can Do" spirit continues to define "The Professionals" of NMCB FIVE, making it a pivotal element of the Seabees' global operations. Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist The Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist insignia is a United States Navy warfare qualification awarded to personnel assigned to units within the Naval Construction Force (Seabees), such as Naval Construction Groups, Regiments, Mobile Construction Battalions, Underwater Construction Teams, Maintenance Units, and Amphibious Construction Battalions. Eligibility extends primarily to enlisted Seabee Occupational Field ratings and Civil Engineer Corps members, but any officer or enlisted member in a qualifying unit who completes the required criteria may earn it. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency across a broad range of naval and military subjects, including naval heritage, command and control, safety, logistics, communications, weapons, military tactics, and chemical, biological, and radiological warfare. This involves preparatory coursework, Performance Qualification Standards (PQS) for both general and unit-specific knowledge, an officer-specific PQS for officers, career performance and physical fitness standards, participation in field training or operations, a written test, a preparatory oral board, and a final comprehensive oral examination. The insignia, issued in silver for enlisted personnel and gold for officers, features an armed Seabee over a crossed sword and rifle atop oak leaves, symbolizing the Seabees. Authorized by the "Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist" instruction in March 1992, the insignia designator (SCW) is added to the rating designator of those qualified. The first recipient was its designer, Commander Ross S. Selvidge, in March 1993.
Show your Seabee pride with our exclusive NMCB-5 Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist T-Shirt. The front proudly displays NMCB-5 and the SCWS Insignia. The backside displays the proud NMCB-5 logo. The shirts are unisex and come in sand, sport grey, and military green. Since Seabees come in all sizes, our shirts range from small to 5XL.
NMCB-5 History
U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion FIVE (NMCB FIVE), initially commissioned in 1942 and decommissioned in 1945, was reactivated in 1951. It holds a distinguished record for its versatility and readiness to tackle various operations globally, embodying the "Can Do" spirit of the Seabees. The battalion has been pivotal in constructing critical infrastructure—from airstrips and hospitals to bridges and roads—across diverse environments such as Vietnam, Thailand, Alaska, Hawaii, and in response to natural disasters on Guam and Okinawa. During its time, NMCB FIVE has notably been the last battalion to serve in Vietnam and the first in Thailand, earning accolades for their contributions, including the Pacific Naval Construction Force “Best of Type” award and the prestigious Peltier Award in 1972. Their work has spanned across continents, offering disaster recovery support post-Hurricane Hugo and participating in operations such as Desert Storm and Enduring Freedom, showcasing their construction prowess and humanitarian efforts. The battalion's efforts in disaster relief, especially after the Alaska Airlines Flight 261 tragedy and in the recovery operations following Hurricane Andrew, have been commendable, earning them various medals including the U.S. Coast Guard’s Unit Commendation Medal. With deployments that include work in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and the Global War on Terrorism, NMCB FIVE has consistently demonstrated its capacity for rapid response and high-quality construction under challenging conditions. Throughout its history, NMCB FIVE has not only contributed significantly to U.S. military and humanitarian efforts worldwide but has also been recognized for its excellence and professionalism through numerous awards. This tradition of excellence and the "Can Do" spirit continues to define "The Professionals" of NMCB FIVE, making it a pivotal element of the Seabees' global operations. Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist The Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist insignia is a United States Navy warfare qualification awarded to personnel assigned to units within the Naval Construction Force (Seabees), such as Naval Construction Groups, Regiments, Mobile Construction Battalions, Underwater Construction Teams, Maintenance Units, and Amphibious Construction Battalions. Eligibility extends primarily to enlisted Seabee Occupational Field ratings and Civil Engineer Corps members, but any officer or enlisted member in a qualifying unit who completes the required criteria may earn it. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency across a broad range of naval and military subjects, including naval heritage, command and control, safety, logistics, communications, weapons, military tactics, and chemical, biological, and radiological warfare. This involves preparatory coursework, Performance Qualification Standards (PQS) for both general and unit-specific knowledge, an officer-specific PQS for officers, career performance and physical fitness standards, participation in field training or operations, a written test, a preparatory oral board, and a final comprehensive oral examination. The insignia, issued in silver for enlisted personnel and gold for officers, features an armed Seabee over a crossed sword and rifle atop oak leaves, symbolizing the Seabees. Authorized by the "Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist" instruction in March 1992, the insignia designator (SCW) is added to the rating designator of those qualified. The first recipient was its designer, Commander Ross S. Selvidge, in March 1993.