298th Army Band

The 298th Army Band was first constituted on 20 August 1943 in the Army of the United States as the Band, 298th Engineer Combat Battalion and activated at Camp Swift, Texas. During World War II, the band served with distinction, providing musical support and boosting morale for troops both stateside and overseas. Following the war, the unit underwent several redesignations and relocations, eventually becoming known as the 298th Army Band and establishing its home at Fort Shafter, Hawaii. Today, the 298th Army Band continues its legacy by performing at military and community events throughout the Pacific region, serving as the musical ambassadors of the United States Army in Hawaii.