56th Engineers

The 56th Engineers was originally constituted during World War I as part of the National Army in 1917, serving primarily in France where it was involved in vital engineering and logistical support for the American Expeditionary Forces. Reactivated during World War II, the unit distinguished itself by constructing roads, bridges, and essential infrastructure across the European Theater, notably aiding Allied advances after D-Day. In subsequent decades, the 56th Engineers participated in various Cold War and post-Cold War operations, providing combat engineering and construction capabilities in support of U.S. Army missions worldwide. The unit's legacy is marked by adaptability, technical expertise, and dedicated service in both combat and peacetime operations.