588th Engineer BN

The 588th Engineer Battalion was first constituted on 25 February 1943 in the Army of the United States and activated on 25 March 1943 at Camp Claiborne, Louisiana. During World War II, the battalion served in the European Theater, participating in campaigns such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe, providing essential engineering support including bridge construction and mine clearance. The unit has since served in a variety of roles during subsequent conflicts, including Vietnam, where it was instrumental in building and maintaining critical infrastructure. Today, the 588th Engineer Battalion continues its legacy as part of the U.S. Army, specializing in combat engineering and support operations.