Yvonne Herd

The 856th Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit is a specialized military formation tasked with the detection, identification, neutralization, and disposal of explosive threats. Activated in response to the growing need for skilled EOD personnel, the unit has supported both domestic and overseas operations, including deployments in conflict zones such as Iraq and Afghanistan. The 856th EOD has played a critical role in protecting military personnel and civilians from improvised explosive devices (IEDs), unexploded ordnance, and other hazardous munitions. Through continuous training and technological innovation, the unit remains at the forefront of explosive threat mitigation and response.