48th Chemical Brigade (U.S. Army) Black Coffee Mug

The 48th Chemical Brigade is a formation of the United States Army under the U.S. Army Chemical Corps. It falls under the operational command of the U.S. Army Chemical School at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Its primary mission is the provision and management of chemical defense capabilities to protect soldiers in various combat environments. The brigade's responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities including chemical and biological defense, decontamination, nuclear and biological detection, weapons of mass destruction (WMD) response, and environmental safety compliance. It has been deployed in various operations since its establishment, playing significant roles in the Iraq War and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. The brigade is a key component of the U.S. Army's readiness to counter WMD threats on the battlefield.