3rd Engineer Battalion

The 3rd Engineer Battalion, originally constituted in 1861 as the Battalion of Engineers, is one of the oldest engineer units in the United States Army. It has served in numerous conflicts, including the Civil War, World War I, World War II, Vietnam, and recent operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. The battalion specializes in combat engineering tasks such as construction, demolition, route clearance, and providing mobility and counter-mobility support to maneuver forces. Renowned for its technical proficiency and adaptability, the 3rd Engineer Battalion continues to play a vital role in supporting Army operations worldwide.