About this Unit
The 113th Military Intelligence (MI) Battalion was constituted on 10 May 1946 in the Organized Reserves as the 113th Counter Intelligence Corps Detachment. It was activated at Atlanta, Georgia, and went through several reorganizations during the Cold War, eventually becoming the 113th MI Battalion. The battalion has provided intelligence support to various Army units, specializing in counterintelligence, human intelligence, and signals intelligence. Over the years, the 113th MI has deployed in support of operations worldwide, including missions during the Global War on Terrorism, earning a reputation for operational excellence and adaptability.
Historical Facts
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Origins in World War II: The 113th Military Intelligence (MI) Battalion traces its lineage back to World War II, with its predecessor units having been activated to provide intelligence support during the war.
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Vietnam War Service: Elements of the unit, under different designations, provided tactical intelligence and counterintelligence support during the Vietnam War.
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Reactivation in 1981: The 113th MI Battalion was officially reactivated on 16 September 1981 at Fort Hood, Texas, as part of the 13th Support Command (Corps).
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Support to III Corps: The battalion has long been aligned with III Corps, providing intelligence collection, analysis, and dissemination to support corps-level operations.
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Operation Desert Storm: The 113th MI Battalion deployed to Southwest Asia in support of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991, providing vital intelligence for coalition forces.
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Post-Cold War Deployments: The battalion has participated in numerous contingency operations, including deployments to Bosnia, Kosovo, and other locations as part of peacekeeping and intelligence missions.
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9/11 and Global War on Terrorism: Following the attacks of September 11, 2001, the 113th MI Battalion supported Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, with multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Advanced Signals Intelligence: The battalion specializes in signals intelligence (SIGINT), human intelligence (HUMINT), and counterintelligence, utilizing cutting-edge technology and methods.
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Unit Motto – “Vigilance and Valor”: The battalion’s motto reflects its commitment to constant readiness and courageous service in the field of military intelligence.
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Decorations and Honors: The 113th MI Battalion has received several unit citations and commendations for its service, including the Meritorious Unit Commendation and campaign streamers for Southwest Asia and the Global War on Terrorism.
