Formerly the 404th Chemical Brigade, this unit is tailored to support the maneuver and security of a Division-level headquarters.

The Brigade comprises Engineer, Chemical CBRN, Military Police, Signal and Support units.

[1] It is primarily designed to provide maneuver support to its assigned headquarters with a mix of technical expertise and combat power.

However, the structure of a MEB also makes it ideal for consequence management in response to domestic disasters.

The unit subsequently moved to Machesney Park, Illinois where it remained until its deactivation in 1997.