24 Apr 2024

Army Corps Making Major Renovations to Iconic Times Square Recruiting Station

The Real Estate Division of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, is overseeing significant upgrades to the Times Square Recruiting Station in New York City ─ an iconic structure visited by hundreds of thousands of people each year and serving as a symbol of U.S. Armed Forces’ recruiting.

23 Apr 2024

New York District: A Brief History

The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) New York District, with a storied history dating back to the Revolutionary War, has evolved significantly from its early days. The origins of USACE are intertwined with the birth of the nation itself, established by the Continental Congress on June 16, 1775. This foundational move included appointing a chief engineer to the fledgling American army, marking the inception of engineering prowess in military operations.