118th CES

The 118th Civil Engineer Squadron (118th CES) is a unit of the Tennessee Air National Guard, assigned to the 118th Wing based at Berry Field Air National Guard Base in Nashville, Tennessee. Established in 1956, the 118th CES has provided critical engineering, construction, emergency management, and disaster response support for both state and federal missions. The squadron has deployed personnel and resources in support of overseas operations, such as Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, as well as domestic disaster relief efforts including hurricane and flood responses. Throughout its history, the 118th CES has played a vital role in ensuring mission readiness and base infrastructure, upholding its commitment to both national defense and community support.