U.S. Soldiers with the District of Columbia National Guard provide a security presence during a local memorial service alongside U.S. Marshalls, metropolitan police and federal agents in Washington D.C., Sep. 14, 2025. About 2,300 National Guard members are supporting the D. C. Safe and Beautiful mission providing critical support to the D. C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Jeron Walker)
The Georgia Army National Guard’s 863rd Engineer Utilities Detachment (EUD) is deploying in support of United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM). A send-off ceremony was held Sept. 17 at Hunter Army Airfield, Ga., before Soldiers boarded a flight to conduct final training in Texas enroute to mobilizing overseas for a year-long rotation.
The Toccoa-based detachment, comprised of skilled engineers, will focus on providing support to establish and sustain critical infrastructure in austere environments. Their expertise is crucial for maintaining operational readiness and supporting partner nations in the region.
“With this mission focused on construction, it’s not just our military experience but civilian experience as well...
Senior leaders of the Georgia National Guard shake hands with Soldiers of the 863rd Engineer Utilities Detachment as they board a plane for training at Hunter Army Airfield, Ga., before the unit's mobilization in support of United States Africa Command. (U.S. Army photo by Col. Will Cox)
