Berlin Brigade

The Berlin Brigade was a United States Army brigade-level unit stationed in West Berlin during the Cold War, from 1961 to 1994. Formed in response to the Berlin Crisis and the construction of the Berlin Wall, the brigade’s primary mission was to demonstrate American commitment to defending West Berlin against any potential aggression from the Soviet Union and Warsaw Pact forces. Comprised of infantry, armor, artillery, and support elements, the brigade worked closely with British and French garrisons in the city. The Berlin Brigade played a vital role in maintaining stability and Allied presence until its inactivation following German reunification.