Navy support element

The maritime pre-positioning force element that is composed of naval beach group staff and subordinate unit personnel, a detachment of Navy cargo handling force personnel, and other Navy components, as required. It is tasked with conducting the off-load and ship-to-shore movement of maritime pre-positioned equipment and/or supplies. Also called NSE.

Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.

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survey, liaison, and reconnaissance party

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Six months prior to the ceremony, my responsibilities included selecting, credentialing, and transporting the Navy support element consisting of 985 Sailors and civilians.

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