 The Continental Army was formed June 14th, 1775. Two days later, on June 16th, the Continental Congress authorized a Chief Engineer for the Army. For 246 years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have constructed bridges and roads, blasted through obstacles, cleared minefields and more. The history of our nation is the history of the Corps of Engineers. Today we continue to engineer solutions to our nation's toughest challenges. Army engineers and their work impact the daily lives of civilian and military personnel across the country. I'd like to wish every Army Corps of Engineers team member, past and present, a happy 246th birthday. Thanks for all you have done and all you will do in the years to come. It's my honor to wear this uniform and serve alongside each and every one of you. SAONS!