NMCB 74 Detachment Niger Supports Flintlock 2014

GULFPORT, MISSISSIPPI, UNITED STATES

03.28.2014

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Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 74

Written by Engineering Aide 3rd Class Lawrence Romang
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 74


GULFPORT, Miss. - Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 74, Detachment (DET) Niger, worked in support of the multinational exercise known as Flintlock 2014. Located near Niamey, Niger, Africa, this DET played a crucial role in allowing Flintlock 2014 to start on-time, assisting in the construction of multiple office spaces, a galley space, and housing for the 300 personnel who participated in the combined exercise.

“While it’s been a lot of hard work and hot days, we've
accomplished a lot. I don't know how they would have finished without us,” said Steelworker 3rd Class Tyler Ault.

While working closely with the National Guard, the Seabees also installed air-conditioning units and lights in all the tents on camp, providing comfortable living conditions. “We had to use some Seabee ingenuity to install the Air Conditioning units with the material that was available. In the end, we made it work, and I'm sure the troops living in the tents appreciate the cool air," said Builder 3rd Class Cody Ray.

In addition to working in support of Flintlock, the Seabees focused on improving the camp in other ways. Construction Electricians put in long days helping U.S. Air Force electricians wire AC units and in fixing damaged circuit breakers. Construction Electrician 3rd Class Robert Deluca offered this about the project, "We've enjoyed working alongside the Air Force. We've learned some new tricks and have shown them a thing or two."

The improvements made to the camp were numerous, and in many cases, essential. Doing everything including constructing cabinets, installing tent liners, and digging ditches for new water lines, the Seabees quickly made their presence known. Exuding the traditional “Can-Do” spirit, everyone on camp knew what to do if they want something done quickly and efficiently:, just ask a Seabee.

With its home-port in Gulfport, Miss., NMCB 74 is a 580-person Seabee Battalion currently deployed to multiple locations in U.S. Northern Command, U.S. European Command, U.S. Africa Command, and U.S. Central Command areas of responsibility, providing general and contingency engineering support to Combatant and Component Commanders in order to enhance their operational capabilities across the full spectrum of military operations. Operating forward, NMCB 74 strives to capitalize on engagement opportunities and build lasting relationships, ultimately paving the way for future partnerships.

For more news and information on NMCB 74, visit the Command Facebook page at https://www. Facebook.com/#!/FEARLESS74.

• Date Taken: 03.28.2014
• Date Posted: 03.28.2014 05:19
• Story ID: 122974
• Location: GULFPORT, MISSISSIPPI, US