Headquarters 38th Replacement Battalion

The Headquarters, 38th Replacement Battalion was constituted during World War II as part of the United States Army’s personnel replacement system. Activated in 1944, the battalion played a critical role in processing, training, and assigning thousands of replacement soldiers to frontline units in the European Theater of Operations. Following the end of hostilities, the battalion continued its mission during the occupation phase, ensuring a steady flow of troops for occupational and demobilization duties. The 38th Replacement Battalion was eventually inactivated as the Army downsized after the war, but its contributions were vital to maintaining the strength and effectiveness of combat forces throughout its service.