HHC 30TH BSTB

• Origins: HHC 30TH BSTB, or Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 30th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, is part of the 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT), a unit of the North Carolina Army National Guard. • Formation: The 30th BSTB was activated in 2005 as part of the Army's modular force transformation, providing the 30th ABCT with specialized support capabilities. • Mission: HHC 30TH BSTB provides command and control, intelligence, signal, engineer, and military police support to the brigade, making it a vital element for modern warfare operations. • Deployments: Elements of the 30TH BSTB, including HHC, have deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, earning the unit a reputation for versatility and effectiveness in combat zones. • Decorations: The unit and its parent brigade have received citations and awards for their service overseas, including the Meritorious Unit Commendation for actions in Iraq. • Nickname: The 30th Brigade is known as the "Old Hickory" Brigade, a nod to President Andrew Jackson, and this heritage carries over to the BSTB and its headquarters. • Joint Operations: HHC 30TH BSTB has participated in joint training exercises with active-duty Army and international forces, notably during the eXportable Combat Training Capability (xCTC) exercises. • Disaster Response: As part of the National Guard, HHC 30TH BSTB has supported domestic missions, including hurricane relief operations in North Carolina. • Modernization: The battalion has adapted to rapidly changing military technology, incorporating advanced communications, cybersecurity, and reconnaissance tools into its operations. • Commemorations: The unit regularly honors its past with ceremonies and reunions, connecting current soldiers with the proud legacy of the 30th Division, which saw distinguished service in both World Wars.