142d Military Police Brigade

On June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress, meeting in Philadelphia, officially established the Continental Army. This pivotal vote organized colonial forces to defend against the British, marking the birth of what is today the United States Army.

Key Details of the Event
The Vote: Congress authorized the enlistment of ten companies of expert riflemen—six from Pennsylvania, two from Maryland, and two from Virginia.

First Troops: These riflemen were immediately dispatched to join the local militia forces already surrounding Boston, Massachusetts.

Leadership: The very next day, on June 15, 1775, Congress unanimously voted to appoint George Washington as Commander-in-Chief of this newly formed continental force.

Legacy: Because of this historic resolution, June 14 is annually celebrated as the official birthday of the U.S. Army.

142d Military Police Brigade conducted the Change of Responsibility between CSM Jonathan Alred (Outgoing) and CSM Chris Schur with COL Brad Priest, 142d MP BDE CDR officiating the ceremony . Thank you CSM Alred for dedication to the Soldiers of the 142d MP BDE and Welcome to CSM Schur. Blessed are the Peacemakers!!

On behalf of the 142d Military Police Brigade Command Team, Colonel Brad Priest and Command Sergeant Major Thomas Schur - Happy Mothers Day!!

Mother's Day was officially established in the United States in 1914 by Anna Jarvis. While it's celebrated on different dates worldwide—such as "Mothering Sunday" in March in the UK—the second Sunday in May remains the primary date for the U.S., Canada, India, and many other countries.

Decatur, AL - HHC, 142d MP BDE celebrates SFC Timothy Matthew retiring as a Senior Medical NCO. SFC Matthews has contributed to success of the HHC rear detachment while the unit deployed in support of JTF-Guantanamo Bay. Congratulations SFC Matthews and thank you for support and dedication to the 142d MP BDE and the Alabama National Guard.

Fort McClellan Training Center hosted the 2026 Annual Marksmanship (both rifle and pistol) Competition with Soldiers (Officer and Enlisted) across all Alabama Major Commands (MACOM) competing for the Governor's Twenty Tab and the right to represent the state in national and international competitions, and 142d Military Police Brigade took the trophy and was number one in the competition . Congratulations and Blessed are the Peacemakers!!