South Carolina National Guard
The Soldiers of the 246th Army Band have
proudly served their State and Nation since their inception in 1939 as a
part of the 178th Field Artillery. Their historic and distinguished lineage
dates back to performances in numerous campaigns since and including World
War II. The 246th has been by name requested to perform at such
distinguished venues as Senator Strom Thurmond’s funeral and South Carolina
Gubernatorial Inaugurations. The 246th has traveled to the Dominican
Republic, Hawaii, Guam, Maryland, Mississippi, Georgia and Key West in
recent years for concerts. In addition to these venues, the 246th has a
regular concert schedule around the great state of South Carolina to include
military ceremonial performances, patriotic holidays and community events.
| If you would like to request
the 246 Army Band to perform for your event, please complete the DD Form
2536 from the link below and submit it to: Office of the Adjutant General of SC ATTN: TAG-PAO, COL Peter Brooks 1 National Guard Road Columbia, SC 29201 DD Form 2536 - Request for Armed Forces Participation in Public Events |
| The mission of the 246 Army Band is "to provide music throughout the full spectrum of military operations and instill in our Soldiers the will to fight and win, foster the support of our citizens, and promote our national interests at home and abroad." |
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Command Staff:
Chief Warrant Officer
Jessie W. Morlan
First Sergeant
Thomas E. Henry
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Staff
Sergeant
Christopher J Church
Readiness NCO
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246 Army Band 1225 Bluff Rd Columbia, SC 29201 | Band Office: (803) 806-1578 | Fax: (803) 806-1003