48th Chemical Brigade (United States)
The 48th Chemical Brigade is a United States Army brigade located at Fort Cavazos, Texas and subordinate to the 20th Support Command (CBRNE). The 48th Chemical Brigade is the only active duty NBC defense brigade in the Army. The Brigade is tasked to discover, counter, and neutralize chemical, biological or nuclear threats. The Brigade was activated 16 September 2007, under the command of Colonel Vance P. (Phil) Visser and CSM E. Donald Moten.
| 48th Chemical Brigade | |
|---|---|
48th Chemical Brigade shoulder sleeve insignia | |
| Active | 16 September 2007 – present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | U.S. Army |
| Role | Chemical Defense |
| Size | Brigade |
| Part of | 20th CBRNE Command |
| Garrison/HQ | 14010 Legends Way, Fort Cavazos |
| Motto(s) | Defend the Nation! |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Colonel Johannie San Miguel |
| Command Sergeant Major | Command Sergeant Major Chylander S. Cummings |
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