Ronnie Wood

The 518th Support Battalion (USAR) has a distinguished history within the United States Army Reserve, providing critical logistical, maintenance, and supply support to various Army units. Established in the mid-20th century, the battalion has participated in numerous training exercises and mobilizations, both domestically and overseas, ensuring operational readiness and sustainment for combat and humanitarian missions. Over the years, the 518th has supported key operations, including deployments in support of Operations Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, contributing vital expertise in transportation, distribution, and field services. The unit continues to uphold its legacy of excellence, adapting to evolving Army needs and maintaining readiness to support missions at home and abroad.

The United States Army Reserve was officially established in 1908 to provide a federal reserve of medical officers for the U.S. Army. Over time, its mission expanded to include soldiers from many different specialties, supporting the active Army in times of need. Army Reserve units have been mobilized for every major conflict since World War I, including World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam, Desert Storm, and the Global War on Terrorism. Today, the US Army Reserve provides trained, equipped, and ready soldiers and units to support national defense and humanitarian missions both at home and abroad.