854th Engineer Battalion

The 854th Engineer Battalion is a United States Army Reserve unit that was constituted in 1942 during World War II. Initially organized to provide critical engineering support, the battalion participated in construction, fortification, and infrastructure repair in various theaters of operation throughout the war. In the postwar years, the 854th has continued to serve in both domestic and overseas missions, including humanitarian assistance and combat engineering tasks. Today, the battalion remains an essential component of the Army Reserve, supporting operations and readiness through its specialized engineering capabilities.