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111th SB BDE

Legacy of Service and Adaptability

The 111th Sustainment Brigade has a proud history of answering the call, evolving its mission over the decades to meet the dynamic needs of the nation and the local communities it serves. From guarding the skies to providing critical disaster relief, the Brigade stands ready to support global and domestic operations.

Answering the Call: At Home and Abroad

The 111th Sustainment Brigade is not just a combat-ready force; it is a vital community partner during times of crisis.

  • Hurricane Maria Recovery (2017): In the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Maria, the Brigade headquarters deployed to Puerto Rico. Under Joint Task Force–Puerto Rico, our personnel led critical relief operations in San Juan, helping communities rebuild.
  • COVID-19 Pandemic Response: When the pandemic struck, the 111th SB stepped up to protect New Mexico. The 111th SB managed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) distribution, supported testing and alternate care sites, administered vaccines, and provided direct humanitarian aid to communities across the state, including the Pueblos and the Navajo Nation.
    COL Rudylee Armijo

    COL Rudylee Armijo

    111th SB Commander

    CMS Curtis Talbot

    CMS Curtis Talbot

    111th SB Command Sergeant Major

    111th Sustainment Brigade Battalions

    111th Special Troop Battalion

    515th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion

    615th Medium Transportation Battalion

    Unit History

    Era Designation Mission & Highlights
    1975–2005 11th Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Brigade Headquartered across New Mexico, the Brigade commanded elements equipped with the M42 Duster. Notably, it included the Army's first and only Roland missile-equipped unit, conducting operations out of McGregor Range.
    2005–2016 111th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade (MEB) Transitioning to a Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, the unit provided critical support to Regular Army elements and successfully deployed to Guantanamo Bay and Kosovo.
    2016–Present 111th Sustainment Brigade Today, the Brigade focuses on providing mission command for combat support and combat service support units, capable of operating independently in any theater of operations.