229th Med Det, Fort Drum, NY

The 229th Medical Detachment (229th Med Det) was a U.S. Army medical unit stationed at Fort Drum, New York. Tasked primarily with providing comprehensive veterinary services, the unit supported both military working animals and food safety operations for the installation and its deployed forces. Throughout its history, the 229th Med Det participated in various training exercises and deployments, ensuring readiness to support contingency operations worldwide. The unit played a vital role in maintaining the health and readiness of personnel and animals at Fort Drum until its eventual inactivation or reorganization as part of broader Army medical restructuring.