18th Engineer Brigade

• The 18th Engineer Brigade was activated on 25 March 1966 in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. • The brigade supported numerous operations during the Vietnam War, including Operation Junction City, Operation Wahiawa, and Operation Fish Hook. • The brigade was inactivated in 1971 after the end of the Vietnam War, but was reactivated in 1992 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. • The 18th Engineer Brigade played a crucial role in Operation Restore Hope in Somalia in 1992-1993, providing vital engineering support to humanitarian efforts. • The brigade also supported operations in Bosnia and Kosovo in the late 1990s, helping to stabilize the region and provide humanitarian aid. • In 2003, the brigade deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, where they conducted combat and reconstruction operations. • The 18th Engineer Brigade has also provided support to disaster relief efforts, including Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and the earthquake in Haiti in 2010. • The brigade is known for its motto, "First in Support," reflecting their commitment to being the first to provide engineering support in various operations. • The brigade has received numerous awards and decorations, including the Meritorious Unit Commendation and the Army Superior Unit Award. • Today, the 18th Engineer Brigade remains active and ready to deploy in support of military operations around the world.