6th Battalion, 98th Division

 

Mission:
-Provide MI MOS Specific Reclassification Training to the USAR and the NG
-Conduct Language Refresher Training for Linguists in the USAR and NG
-Provide MI functional training in Strategic Debriefing Skills (ASI Producing) for USAR, NG, and DOD

 

History:

The 6th BN (MI), 98th DIV (IT) originated in 1978 when a small cadre of instructors and administrative personnel from the 99th ASA (Army Security Agency) Co., Fort Meade, MD, decided Fort Devens would be an ideal place for Reserve Training in Military Intelligence. The 505th ASA BN, located at Fort Devens, actively developed lesson plans and programs of instruction with an emphasis on intelligence support to tactical operations. By 1980, students from across the country were accepted into MOS acquisition courses, particularly the communication security custodian training. In 2005, soldiers from 6th BN deployed to support the training of the new Iraqi Army in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. In 2005, the unit passed a rigorous certification program and became accredited under the Total Army School System. The unit goal to provide reserve forces the best training possible continue to be met in outstanding fashion by the soldiers of the 6th BN (MI).

Contact:

DSN	256-2072
Commander	978-796-2227
SA	978-796-2072
Training NCO	978-796-3062
Fax	978-796-3180