Explore the full story of a storied regiment and its engineering teams in World War I. This official history chronicles the Second Regiment of Engineers and the Second Engineer Train as they built bridges, roads, and support systems under fire across major campaigns from 1917 to 1919.
This edition surveys preparation, combat service, and postwar demobilization, weaving technical feats with frontline courage. Readers will follow how engineers moved from formation to the front, learned in action, and helped sustain the American Army through pivotal battles and difficult crossings.
- Detailed accounts of battlefield construction, road and bridge work, and logistics under combat pressure
- Insight into engineering tactics, tool selection, and improvisation on the move
- Profiles of leadership, courage, and the practical realities of supporting infantry in major offensives
- Documentation of awards, commendations, and the scale of losses and replacements
Ideal for readers of military history and those curious about the critical, often unseen role engineers played in the war effort. This edition provides a concrete, readable look at how engineering teams shaped campaigns and contributed to victory.