1413th Eng Batt. Camp Atterbury, In

• Formation: The 1413th Engineer Battalion was an Indiana Army National Guard unit, organized during World War II to provide essential engineering support. • Camp Atterbury Stationing: The battalion was based at Camp Atterbury, Indiana—a major training and mobilization site for US Army forces during WWII. • Primary Mission: The 1413th’s mission included constructing and maintaining roads, bridges, and defensive positions, as well as supporting infrastructure for troop movement. • Training: Soldiers in the 1413th received specialized training in heavy equipment operation, demolition, mine clearance, and field fortification. • Overseas Service: The battalion was deployed to the European Theater, where it played a role in supporting Allied advances after D-Day. • Combat Support: The 1413th often worked near front lines, repairing bomb-damaged roads and bridges under fire to keep supply lines open. • Historic Construction: Members participated in building the famous “Bailey Bridges”—portable, pre-fabricated truss bridges vital to the Allies’ rapid progress. • Decorations: The battalion and its soldiers earned multiple commendations for bravery and technical excellence during hazardous operations. • Postwar Legacy: After the war, many veterans of the 1413th contributed to civil engineering projects and infrastructure development in Indiana. • Commemoration: The 1413th is remembered at Camp Atterbury through historical displays and reunions honoring its service and sacrifices.