101st Chemical Company

• World War II Origins: The 101st Chemical Company traces its roots to World War II-era chemical units, tasked with smoke generation, decontamination, and defense against chemical attacks. • Smoke Operations: The company has played a crucial role in providing smoke screens on the battlefield to conceal troop movements and protect friendly forces from enemy observation. • CBRN Defense: One of the primary missions of the 101st Chemical Company is CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) defense, ensuring units are prepared for and can respond to hazardous threats. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: Elements of the 101st Chemical Company have been deployed to Iraq, supporting coalition forces with CBRN reconnaissance and decontamination operations during the conflict. • Humanitarian Missions: Beyond combat operations, the 101st Chemical Company has provided support during natural disasters, including hazardous material response and environmental clean-up. • Training Exercises: The unit regularly participates in large-scale Army training exercises, simulating chemical attacks and training soldiers in protective measures and decontamination techniques. • Advanced Equipment: The 101st Chemical Company utilizes state-of-the-art equipment, such as the Stryker NBCRV (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicle), for detection and reconnaissance missions. • Decorations and Awards: Members of the company have received individual and unit commendations for their performance in both peacetime and combat operations. • Homeland Defense: The company has supported homeland defense initiatives, including security for high-profile events where CBRN threats are a concern. • Diverse Skill Sets: Soldiers in the 101st Chemical Company are cross-trained in a variety of disciplines, including hazardous materials handling, medical response, and engineering support, making the unit highly versatile.