About this Unit
Company C, 111th Support Battalion (CO C 111th SPT BN), has a distinguished history of providing logistical and sustainment support to its parent brigade. Originally constituted as part of the 111th Support Battalion, the unit has participated in numerous training exercises and operational deployments, ensuring frontline units receive vital supplies, maintenance, and transportation. During overseas contingency operations, Company C played a crucial role in maintaining operational readiness by managing supply chains and field services. The unit continues to uphold its tradition of excellence, adapting to modern logistical challenges and supporting both state and federal missions.
Historical Facts
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Origins: Company C, 111th Support Battalion (CO C 111th SPT BN) traces its lineage to the Texas Army National Guard, with historical roots reaching back to earlier support and logistics units.
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Gulf War Deployment: Elements of the 111th Support Battalion, including Company C, provided critical logistical and maintenance support during Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991.
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Operation Iraqi Freedom: The unit was activated and deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing vital transportation, supply, and maintenance functions to frontline combat units.
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Hurricane Katrina Relief: Members of CO C 111th SPT BN supported humanitarian operations in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, delivering supplies and assisting with rescue operations.
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Support Role: The battalion specializes in providing a wide array of support services, including fuel, food, medical supplies, transportation, and equipment maintenance, ensuring operational readiness of combat units.
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Home Station: CO C 111th SPT BN is headquartered in Texas, often training at facilities such as Fort Hood or Camp Mabry, which have seen generations of Texas National Guard units pass through their gates.
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Decorations: The 111th Support Battalion and its subunits have received multiple unit commendations for their dedication and outstanding service in both combat and peacetime missions.
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Community Engagement: The unit regularly participates in community events and educational outreach, strengthening the bond between the Texas National Guard and the local population.
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Modernization: CO C 111th SPT BN has adapted to new military technologies, incorporating advanced logistics tracking systems and modernized vehicles to support 21st-century operations.
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Legacy of Service: Members of CO C 111th SPT BN have a proud tradition of balancing civilian careers and military service, embodying the National Guard motto: "Always Ready, Always There."
