85th Medical Battalion

The 85th Medical Battalion was first constituted on 23 July 1942 in the Army of the United States and activated on 25 August 1942 at Camp Barkeley, Texas. During World War II, the battalion provided crucial medical support in the European Theater, participating in campaigns such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. After the war, the unit underwent several reorganizations and was inactivated and reactivated multiple times, adapting to the changing needs of the U.S. Army. The 85th Medical Battalion's legacy is marked by its dedication to saving lives and supporting combat operations through expert medical care and evacuation.