97 Engineer Battalion (U.S. Army) Description: The 97th Engineer Battalion is a unit of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, specializing in engineer operations. Established to provide combat and combat support engineering capabilities, its primary role involves managing terrain to ensure military operations can be carried out effectively and safely. This includes constructing and repairing roads, bridges, airfields, and other essential infrastructure, as well as performing mine clearance and waterway engineering tasks. The 97th Engineer Battalion is a critical component of the U.S. Army's overall capability to execute complex military operations both domestically and abroad.