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| Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14 | |
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_emblem.png) HM-14 Vanguard Insignia | |
| Active | 12 May 1978–April 2023 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Branch |  United States Navy |
| Part of | Helicopter Sea Combat Wing, US Atlantic Fleet |
| Garrison/HQ | Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia |
| Nickname(s) | Vanguard |
| Motto(s) | The World Famous Vanguard |
| Mascot(s) | Red Horse Head |
| Engagements | Operation Earnest Will Gulf War Operation Shining Hope Operation Noble Eagle Operation Enduring Freedom Iraq War |
| Decorations | Humanitarian Service Medal (2) CNO Safety Award (2) Meritorious Unit Commendation (2) Battle Efficiency Award (3) Navy Unit Commendation (3) Combat Action Award Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Award |
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| Mascot | _horse_mascot_emblem.png) |
Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14 (HM-14) was a United States Navy helicopter squadron established in 1978 based at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. Nicknamed the Vanguard and flying the MH-53E Sea Dragon, it comprised both active duty and reserve personnel. It was the sister squadron to HM-15, the Blackhawks, based at NS Norfolk.[1]
HM-14 flew its last mission on 8 December 2022 and was deactivated on 30 March 2022. The squadron was officially disestablished in July 2023. Squadron responsibilities were transferred to HM-15 beginning in January 2023.