307th Engineer Battalion

• World War I Origins: The 307th Engineer Battalion traces its roots to World War I, where it was first constituted on 5 August 1917 in the National Army as the 307th Engineers, assigned to the 82nd Division. • Service in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive: During World War I, the battalion played a key role in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, one of the largest battles involving American forces in the war. • Reactivation in World War II: The battalion was reactivated during World War II and again assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, participating in major airborne operations. • D-Day Paratroopers: Elements of the 307th landed by glider and parachute during the D-Day invasion of Normandy, supporting the 82nd Airborne Division’s assault on June 6, 1944. • Operation Market Garden: The 307th Engineer Battalion took part in Operation Market Garden, assisting in the construction and defense of bridges during the daring airborne attack in the Netherlands in September 1944. • Battle of the Bulge: The battalion supported the 82nd Airborne Division during the Battle of the Bulge, providing critical engineering support under harsh winter conditions. • Nickname “All American Engineers”: The battalion shares the nickname “All American Engineers” with the 82nd Airborne Division, reflecting their close association and shared history. • Combat Jumps: The 307th’s paratroopers have participated in some of the most famous combat jumps in U.S. Army history, including Sicily, Salerno, Normandy, and the Netherlands during World War II. • Post-War Service: The battalion has deployed in support of operations in Panama (Operation Just Cause), the Gulf War, Iraq, and Afghanistan, demonstrating its continued relevance and versatility. • Decorations and Honors: The 307th Engineer Battalion has received numerous unit citations, including Presidential Unit Citations and the French Croix de Guerre, for its valor and outstanding service in combat.