87th Engineer Battalion

The 87th Engineer Battalion was originally constituted in the Regular Army in 1933 and activated in 1941 at Camp Livingston, Louisiana. During World War II, the battalion served with distinction in the European Theater, participating in campaigns such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe, where it provided critical engineering support including bridge construction and mine clearing. After the war, the 87th Engineer Battalion was involved in various Cold War and post-Cold War operations, including service in Korea and deployments to the Middle East. Throughout its history, the unit earned numerous commendations for its technical expertise and dedication to mission accomplishment.