35th Signal Brigade

• Origins in World War II: The 35th Signal Brigade dates its lineage to the 931st Signal Battalion, activated in France in 1944 to support Allied communications during World War II. • Nickname "The Lion Brigade": The brigade is known as "The Lion Brigade," symbolizing strength, courage, and readiness—qualities reflected in its unit insignia featuring a lion’s head. • First in the Fight: The 35th Signal Brigade was the first tactical signal brigade to deploy to Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Shield in 1990, providing critical communications for coalition forces. • Airborne Capability: The brigade is unique in being an airborne unit, with its headquarters once stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, home of the 82nd Airborne Division. • Global Deployments: Over its history, the 35th Signal Brigade has deployed to over 30 countries, supporting operations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: In 2003, the brigade played a pivotal role in establishing and maintaining robust communications networks for U.S. and coalition forces during the initial invasion of Iraq. • First Digital Brigade: The 35th Signal Brigade was among the first to field and operate advanced digital communications equipment, transitioning from analog systems to state-of-the-art digital networks in the 1990s. • Disaster Relief Support: The brigade has assisted in domestic disaster relief, including hurricane response in the United States, by providing emergency communications for civilian and military agencies. • Transformation and Modernization: The 35th Signal Brigade has continually transformed to support modern network-centric warfare, adopting satellite, cyber, and secure mobile communications technologies. • Distinguished Unit Awards: The brigade and its subordinate units have earned multiple Meritorious Unit Commendations and Army Superior Unit Awards for outstanding service in both combat and peacetime operations.