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Making America Great: The Army and Its Engineers Celebrate 250 Years of Service

By Charles Maib CEPOJ Published June 16, 2025
This year marks a monumental anniversary for America: 250 years of unwavering dedication by the U.S. Army along with its indispensable branch, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Together, these two venerable institutions have played pivotal roles not only in protecting American freedom but also in weaving the very fabric of the nation’s development.
Engineering the Alliance: JED in the 21st Century and Beyond

By Charles Maib U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Japan Engineer District Published June 15, 2025
As the new millennium unfolded, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Japan Engineer District (JED) entered a transformative era. Building upon decades of bilateral cooperation, JED adapted to evolving strategic priorities, technological advancements, and global challenges, all while maintaining its commitment to excellence in engineering, construction and delivery.
New York District Honors 250 Years of Army Engineering Excellence

By Public Affairs NAN Published June 11, 2025
NEW YORK – As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers marks its 250th Anniversary in 2025, the New York District proudly joins in celebrating a legacy of engineering excellence that dates back to the Continental Congress’ appointment of the first Army engineers on June 16, 1775.
The Legacy of America's Engineers in the Middle East

By Catherine Carroll U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Division Published June 9, 2025
Legacy is not about what is built. It is about what endures. For 250 years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has shaped the nation’s strength through engineering. Every district, division, and mission contributes to that legacy, supporting the U.S. Army, serving the public, and building the foundations that carry us forward.
USACE Showcases 250 Years of History, Service During DC Twilight Performance

USACE HQ Public Affairs Office Published May 30, 2025
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will host a special June 18, 2025, Twilight Tattoo performance at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, as part of its year-long 250th anniversary celebration.
Huntsville Center awards $3 billion energy resilience contracts

By William S. Farrow Huntsville Center Public Affairs Published June 10, 2025
Huntsville Center’s ESPC MATOC IV can be implemented and paid for from energy savings within the contract term as contracted Energy Savings Companies (ESCOs) utilizes its private capital to make infrastructure improvements without tapping into the stakeholder’s budget.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launches nationwide Recreation Operational Status website

HQ U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Public Affairs Office Published May 22, 2025
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has launched its Recreation Operational Status website to keep the public informed about the operational status of USACE recreation areas nationwide.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encourages use of the Regulatory Request System for an improved permitting experience

HQ USACE Public Affairs Office Published May 8, 2025
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues to encourage the public to use the Regulatory Request System (RRS) for an improved permitting experience. RRS, launched Jan. 31, 2024, provides a straightforward, transparent process for the timely submittal and review of permit requests.

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