From the very beginning in 1775, Army leaders recognized the critical need for a profession of military engineer experts serving commanders at every level, with formations of engineers fighting alongside every combat formation from the point of attack to the ports and airfields that sustained operations. That's why we are the oldest professional Regiment in the Army; we are a profession that traces our roots back to 16 June 1775, when Congress resolved to establish a Chief of Engineers within the Army.
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