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About B Co 40 240th California ARNG

Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 184th Infantry Regiment (B Co, 1-184 IN), also historically referenced as Bravo Company, 40th Infantry Division, 240th Infantry Regiment, is a unit of the California Army National Guard. The company traces its lineage to the 240th Infantry Regiment, which was part of the California National Guard and federally recognized after World War II, serving in various state and federal missions. Over the decades, the unit has participated in domestic emergency responses, training exercises, and deployments in support of U.S. military operations both at home and abroad. Today, its legacy continues as a component of the modern California ARNG, supporting both state and national defense missions.

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About B Co 40 240th California ARNG

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• Origins in the Cold War: B Company, 40th Aviation Battalion (later 240th), California Army National Guard (CA ARNG), traces its roots back to aviation units formed during the Cold War to provide helicopter support for state and federal missions. • Black Hawk Transition: The company transitioned from older utility helicopters to the UH-60 Black Hawk, enhancing its capabilities in air assault, medevac, and support missions. • Wildfire Response: B Co 40/240th has played a critical role in California’s wildfire response, frequently mobilizing to airlift firefighters, evacuate civilians, and perform aerial water drops. • 9/11 Activation: Following the September 11 attacks, the unit was placed on heightened alert and supported homeland security operations within California. • Overseas Deployments: Soldiers from the company have deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom with medevac and transport missions. • Earthquake Relief: The company provided vital airlift and logistical support after the 1994 Northridge earthquake, assisting in disaster relief operations. • Joint Training Exercises: B Co regularly participates in joint exercises with active duty Army, Air Force, and international partners, enhancing interoperability and readiness. • Community Engagement: The unit is known for supporting local community events, air shows, and veteran commemorations, strengthening ties with the public. • Distinguished Service: Members of B Co 40/240th have received numerous awards for valor and meritorious service, including commendations for lifesaving rescues during natural disasters. • Modernization: The company continues to modernize, incorporating the latest aviation technology and tactics to remain a key asset for both state and federal missions in the 21st century.