176 Engineer Battalion (U.S. Army) White Coffee Mug

The 176th Engineer Battalion is a United States Army unit falling under the operational control of the 82nd Airborne Division, specifically within its Combat Engineer Regiment. This battalion specializes in military engineering tasks such as breaching obstacles, constructing bridges, and providing route clearance to enable friendly forces' movement during combat operations. The battalion was first activated in World War II and has since participated in various conflicts including the Vietnam War, Gulf War, and ongoing missions in Afghanistan and Iraq. The 176th Engineer Battalion is composed of a Headquarters & Headquarters Company, three Engineer Companies (A, B, C), a Bridging Company, and a Dive Detachment. Members of the battalion are trained to operate various engineering equipment and use explosives for clearing obstacles and constructing defensive positions.