111th MI Brigade

• Origins in World War II: The 111th Military Intelligence Brigade traces its lineage back to World War II, originally constituted as the 111th Counter Intelligence Corps Detachment in 1944. • Official Activation: The Brigade was officially activated in its current form at Fort Huachuca, Arizona, on 1 October 1991. • Primary Training Mission: The 111th MI Brigade is the U.S. Army’s principal unit responsible for training and developing military intelligence soldiers, including Human Intelligence (HUMINT), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Counterintelligence professionals. • Part of INSCOM: The Brigade operates under the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence (USAICoE) and is a key component of the Army’s Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM). • Multi-Battalion Structure: The 111th MI Brigade comprises several battalions, including the 304th, 305th, 309th, and 344th MI Battalions, each specializing in different intelligence disciplines. • Training the Future: Each year, the Brigade trains thousands of new intelligence soldiers, officers, and warrant officers, preparing them for assignments worldwide. • Operation Iraqi Freedom & Enduring Freedom: Many graduates and cadre of the 111th MI Brigade have served with distinction in Iraq and Afghanistan, providing critical intelligence support for combat operations. • Unique Motto: The Brigade’s motto, “Strength Through Intelligence,” reflects its vital role in preparing soldiers to collect, analyze, and exploit intelligence to support military operations. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The Brigade’s insignia features a sphinx, symbolizing wisdom, mystery, and intelligence, and a white and red color scheme representing purity and courage. • Notable Alumni: Many senior intelligence leaders and general officers in the U.S. Army began their careers as students or instructors within the 111th MI Brigade, highlighting its importance as a cradle of Army intelligence expertise.