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The 528th Engineer Battalion is a unit of the Louisiana Army National Guard, headquartered in Monroe, Louisiana. It traces its lineage to earlier engineer units in the Louisiana Guard, supporting both state and federal missions. The battalion has provided critical engineer support during domestic emergencies, such as hurricanes and floods, as well as overseas deployments in support of operations like Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. The 528th Engineer Battalion specializes in construction, route clearance, and infrastructure repair, playing a vital role in both combat and humanitarian missions.

101st Airborne

U.S. Army

The 101st Airborne Division is a specialized unit of the United States Army that is trained for air assault operations. It was created during World War II and gained fame for its role in the D-Day invasion of Normandy in 1944. The division has since participated in numerous conflicts around the world, including the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Known as the "Screaming Eagles," the 101st Airborne is considered one of the most elite and versatile divisions in the US military.