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244th QM Battalion
U.S. Army
The 244th Quartermaster Battalion was first constituted on 19 November 1941 in the Army of the United States and activated on 1 December 1941 at Camp Shelby, Mississippi. During World War II, the battalion provided vital logistical support in the European Theater, ensuring the delivery of essential supplies to frontline units. Following the war, the unit underwent several reorganizations and assignments, adapting its mission to meet changing Army requirements. Today, the 244th QM Battalion is stationed at Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia, where it plays a key role in training and developing Quartermaster Soldiers for the United States Army.
249TH ENG BN
U.S. Army
249th General Hospital
U.S. Army
The 249th General Hospital was a United States Army medical unit activated during World War II. Established in 1943, the unit was deployed to the European Theater, where it provided critical medical support during major operations, including the Normandy Campaign and the push across France and Germany. The hospital treated thousands of wounded Allied soldiers, earning commendations for its efficiency and dedication under challenging battlefield conditions. After the war, the 249th General Hospital was deactivated as part of the postwar drawdown of military forces.
24th Ordnance Company
U.S. Army
The 24th Ordnance Company has a distinguished history of providing vital munitions and explosives ordnance disposal (EOD) support to the United States Army. Originally constituted during World War II, the unit played a key role in supplying and maintaining ammunition for frontline troops in both the European and Pacific Theaters. Over the decades, the 24th Ordnance Company has supported numerous operations, including the Korean and Vietnam Wars, as well as recent deployments to the Middle East. Today, the company continues its mission of ensuring the safe handling, storage, and disposal of ordnance, contributing to the Army’s operational readiness worldwide.
24TH TRANSPORTATION CO
U.S. Army
259TH MPCO
U.S. Army
25inf
U.S. Army
25TH AVN CO
U.S. Army
25TH BSB
U.S. Army
25th Chemical Co (smoke generator)
U.S. Army
The 25th Chemical Company (Smoke Generator) was a specialized unit in the United States Army focused on the deployment of smoke screens and chemical defense operations. Activated during World War II, the company provided critical battlefield concealment by generating dense smoke, allowing friendly forces to maneuver under cover and obscuring enemy observation. Throughout its service, the 25th Chemical Company supported infantry and armored divisions in both offensive and defensive operations, contributing to deception and force protection. The unit played a significant role in major campaigns, demonstrating the importance of chemical troops in modern combined arms warfare.
25th Engineer Battalion
U.S. Army
The 25th Engineer Battalion was first constituted on 16 October 1935 in the Regular Army and activated on 1 February 1941 at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. During World War II, the battalion served with distinction in the Pacific Theater, participating in campaigns such as New Guinea and Luzon. Over the decades, the 25th Engineer Battalion has been deployed in numerous conflicts, including the Vietnam War, where it provided vital combat engineering support for the 25th Infantry Division. Today, the battalion continues its legacy of excellence, supporting military operations and humanitarian missions worldwide.
25TH TRANS CO
U.S. Army
261ST
U.S. Army
267 CHEMICAL COMPANY JOHNSTON ISLAND HAWAII
U.S. Army
267th Engineer Battalion
U.S. Army
The 267th Engineer Battalion was originally constituted in the Army of the United States on 25 February 1943 and activated at Camp Shelby, Mississippi. Throughout World War II, the battalion provided crucial engineering support, including bridge construction, road building, and demolition operations in the European Theater. After the war, the unit was inactivated but later reactivated to support various missions during the Cold War and beyond, adapting to modern combat engineering roles. The 267th Engineer Battalion continues to serve with distinction, providing essential mobility, countermobility, and survivability support to U.S. Army operations.
26th Air Division
U.S. Army
The 26th Air Division was an important air defense unit of the United States Air Force, first activated in 1948. Throughout the Cold War, its primary mission was to oversee and coordinate the air defense of key regions, including the northeastern United States, against potential aerial threats. The division managed radar stations, interceptor squadrons, and command centers, playing a crucial role in the Semi-Automatic Ground Environment (SAGE) system during the 1950s and 1960s. After multiple reassignments and realignments, the 26th Air Division was inactivated in 1990 as part of post-Cold War restructuring.
26TH SUPPORT GROUP
U.S. Army
279TH SIGNAL PLATOON
U.S. Army
279th Station Hospital
U.S. Army
The 279th Station Hospital was a U.S. Army medical unit activated during World War II. Organized in 1943, the hospital deployed to the European Theater of Operations, where it provided medical care and support to American and Allied forces. It was stationed in England prior to D-Day and later moved to France following the Normandy invasion, treating wounded soldiers through the remainder of the war. After V-E Day, the unit continued occupational medical support before being deactivated in 1946.
27TH
U.S. Army
281ST MP CO
U.S. Army
285th Engineer Detactment
U.S. Army
The 285th Engineer Detachment is a specialized unit within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, historically tasked with providing engineering support such as construction, demolition, and infrastructure repair. Activated during the Cold War era, the detachment has participated in numerous training exercises and supported both domestic and overseas operations, often working closely with combat and support units. Notably, the 285th has played a crucial role in rapid deployment scenarios, ensuring mobility and logistical support for larger military formations. Throughout its service, the unit has earned commendations for its technical expertise and adaptability in challenging environments.
289TH QM
U.S. Army
28TH BASE POST OFFICE
U.S. Army