891st Engineer Battalion

The 891st Engineer Battalion is a unit of the Kansas Army National Guard, headquartered in Iola, Kansas. Activated during World War II, the battalion originally served in Europe, providing critical engineering support such as constructing bridges, clearing obstacles, and maintaining supply routes. Over the decades, the 891st has supported both state and federal missions, including disaster relief operations in Kansas and overseas deployments to locations such as Iraq and Afghanistan. The battalion continues to play a vital role in combat engineering and civil support, demonstrating adaptability and dedication in both peacetime and conflict.