Since 1949, BMU-2 has been involved in major amphibious exercises and operations in Lebanon, Cuba, Grenada, Desert Storm, Kosovo, and Afghanistan.

Beachmaster Unit Two is assigned the mission of providing tactical components in support of amphibious operations.

Early on during the Second World War, it quickly became apparent that the orderly flow of troops, equipment, and supplies across the assault beaches was an essential element to the success of amphibious operations.

It also became obvious that some special organization was needed to effect and coordinate mass movement through the surf zone and onto the hostile shore.

The Beach Party Battalions went forward to participate in amphibious landing in the European and African theaters.