525th MI

• Origins in World War II: The 525th Military Intelligence Brigade traces its lineage back to the 525th Interrogation Team, which was constituted during World War II and saw action in the European Theater. • Korean War Service: The unit was reactivated for the Korean War as the 525th Military Intelligence Service Group, playing a key role in intelligence collection and counterintelligence operations. • Vietnam War Operations: The 525th MI Group was one of the first U.S. Army intelligence units deployed to Vietnam, conducting human intelligence (HUMINT), counterintelligence, and interrogation missions throughout the conflict. • Nickname "The Dragon Brigade": The unit is known as "The Dragon Brigade," a moniker inspired by its role in covert and psychological operations, and its distinctive dragon emblem. • Transformation to a Brigade: In 1986, the 525th was reorganized from a group to a brigade, reflecting the increasing importance of military intelligence in modern warfare. • Participation in Operation Desert Storm: The 525th MI Brigade deployed to Southwest Asia in 1990-1991, providing vital intelligence support to coalition forces during Operation Desert Storm. • Support to Special Operations: Throughout its history, the 525th has provided direct intelligence support to U.S. Army Special Operations Forces, including the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions. • Stationed at Fort Liberty (Formerly Fort Bragg): The brigade's long-time home is Fort Liberty, North Carolina, putting it in close proximity to major airborne and special operations units. • Operations in Iraq and Afghanistan: The 525th MI Brigade deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, engaging in signals intelligence (SIGINT), HUMINT, and counterintelligence missions. • Modern Day Role: As of the 2020s, the 525th Expeditionary Military Intelligence Brigade continues to provide rapidly deployable, multi-discipline intelligence support to the XVIII Airborne Corps and other major commands.