The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Europe Division was activated on July 1, 1974 in Frankfurt, Germany. The unit continued the construction missions and legacy of the former Engineer Command and other Army engineering organizations in Europe that grew following World War II. At that time, the bulk of Europe Division’s mission was spread throughout West Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands and Europe Division’s construction placement in 1974 totaled $152 million.

The late 1980’s and early 1990’s saw a great deal of change in Europe. By the end of 1991, the Warsaw Pact no longer existed, Germany was reunified and the Cold War had ended. This had a significant impact on U.S. military posture in Europe and subsequently reduced the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers military design and construction mission.

With Europe Division’s mission reduced, Europe District was activated on March 1, 1991, replacing Europe Division, and continues to operate today.

At the time, its workforce was reduced to 462 personnel, reaching less than 300 by the end of the year. Over the years, Europe District’s mission adapted to the changing European environment, with a focus on operations and maintenance work at existing building and installations growing into the 1990’s.

Europe District has continued to support various missions and initiatives over the years in line with U.S. national security interests and has since grown again over time.