249th Engineer Battalion

The 249th Engineer Battalion, known as the "Prime Power" battalion, was constituted on 15 May 1943 and activated on 1 June 1943 at Camp Bowie, Texas. During World War II, the unit participated in campaigns across the European Theater, providing vital engineering support and construction under combat conditions. Reactivated in 1994, the battalion specializes in electrical power generation and distribution, supporting both combat and humanitarian missions worldwide. Today, the 249th Engineer Battalion is a key asset of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, renowned for its expertise in restoring critical infrastructure during emergencies and contingencies.