About this Unit
The 770th Engineer Company is a unit within the United States Army Reserve, primarily tasked with providing engineering support, including construction, mobility, and survivability operations. Activated in the mid-20th century, the company has participated in numerous training exercises and domestic operations, such as disaster relief and infrastructure repair. Over the years, the 770th has also deployed overseas in support of operations in Southwest Asia, contributing to base construction, route clearance, and humanitarian missions. The unit continues to uphold a tradition of excellence, demonstrating adaptability and technical expertise in both peacetime and contingency operations.
Historical Facts
• Formation: The 770th Engineer Company is a combat engineer unit of the United States Army Reserve, originally established as part of the Army’s efforts to maintain a robust engineering capability within the reserve component.
• Location: The unit is based in Fort Totten, New York, and is part of the 479th Engineer Battalion, 411th Engineer Brigade, 412th Theater Engineer Command.
• World War II Lineage: While the current 770th was constituted in the post-World War II era, its organizational lineage can be traced back to earlier engineer units that served with distinction during World War II.
• Operation Iraqi Freedom: The 770th Engineer Company was deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, where it performed critical route clearance and construction missions under combat conditions.
• Humanitarian Missions: In addition to combat operations, the 770th has participated in numerous stateside and overseas humanitarian and disaster relief missions, including post-hurricane recovery operations.
• Specialization: The unit specializes in combat engineering tasks such as mobility, countermobility, survivability, and general engineering support for maneuver forces.
• Training Exercises: The 770th regularly participates in large-scale joint training exercises, including the annual Warrior Exercise (WAREX), to maintain readiness and interoperability with active-duty units.
• Notable Recognition: Soldiers from the 770th have received individual and unit commendations for their service, including Army Commendation Medals and Meritorious Unit Citations.
• Community Outreach: The company is active in community engagement, often participating in Veterans Day parades, Memorial Day ceremonies, and local educational events to foster public-military relations.
• Modernization: The 770th Engineer Company has embraced technological advances, incorporating modern route clearance vehicles, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), and advanced engineering equipment to enhance mission effectiveness.
