Marine Corps Forms First EOD Company

Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan The Marines announced the official formation of their first EOD Company (EOD Co.) - 8th Engineer Support Battalion. The Marine Corps' EOD mission has increased significantly over the years due in part to the on-going wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. As the mission requirements have increased, so has the size of Marine Corps EOD Platoons. Marine Corps EOD Leadership has been trying for several years to establish EOD Companies throughout the Marine Corps to reflect the true size and nature of the organization. The establishment of the first Marine Corps EOD Company marks a milestone for the Marine Corps EOD program. Capt. Timothy M. Callahan has been assigned as the Commanding Officer of the newly formed Marine Corps EOD Co., 8th Engineer Battalion.