776th SMC:TNARNG

• Origins: The 776th Support Maintenance Company (SMC) is a unit in the Tennessee Army National Guard (TNARNG), providing specialized maintenance support for Army equipment and vehicles. • Location: The unit is headquartered in Elizabethton, Tennessee, and serves the eastern region of the state. • Lineage: The 776th SMC traces its heritage through various reorganizations and has been a vital support element in the TNARNG for decades. • Deployments: The 776th SMC has supported multiple overseas deployments, including missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, providing vital maintenance and logistical support to combat units. • Hurricane Response: The unit has participated in domestic operations such as hurricane disaster relief, lending its expertise in equipment repair to restore critical infrastructure. • Training Excellence: Members of the 776th SMC routinely train at major Army training centers, including annual training exercises at Camp Shelby and Fort Campbell. • Technical Specialties: Soldiers in the unit are skilled in a wide range of technical fields, from electronics and communications to heavy vehicle and weapons maintenance. • Community Involvement: The 776th has a strong connection to its local community, participating in parades, veteran events, and educational outreach programs. • Awards: The unit and its members have received numerous awards and commendations for excellence in maintenance operations and mission support. • Modernization: The 776th SMC continually adapts to new Army technologies, recently integrating advanced diagnostic equipment and remote maintenance support tools.