The squadron deployed during March 1942 to Efate, New Hebrides where it helped establish an airfield near the capital city of Port Vila.

During the Korean War, the squadron served as a training unit for Marines being rotated into South Korea.

MALS-24 (designated H&MS-24 at this time) was relocated to Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii in April, 1968 and reassigned to the 1st Marine Brigade.

Under LT Col Anthes' command, the Not Operational Ready Supply (NORS) section received the first ever a Certificate of Commendation from Brigadier General H.T.

The award was presented for significant improvement in ensuring all aviation elements were operationally prepared for rotation.