Hudson Assumes Command of USACE Pacific Ocean Division

With the responsibility for close to nine million square miles of the Pacific, Army Col. Timothy P. Hudson assumed command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Pacific Ocean Division on Oct. 27 as the 36th commander and division engineer. Husdon now leads a diverse mission spanning 16 time zones and covering 52% of the Earth’s surface. The division oversees four engineer districts located in Alaska, the Far East, Honolulu and Japan. The traditional passing of the colors is a time-honored event combined with a historic engineering legacy stretching back more than 120 years to 1905. Hudson steps into this vital role backed by his multigenerational family history of military service and a deeply personal commitment to deliver engineering excellence, support regional partnerships, and serve the Pacific "Ohana." For Hudson and his family, the appointment is more than a milestone career assignment—it is a homecoming of service. Presiding over the ceremony was Lt. Gen. William H. “Butch” Graham Jr., chief of engineers and commanding general of USACE. Introducing the new commander, Graham brought some humor to the ceremony, playfully warning the audience that with a family split between branches, the annual Army-Navy football game is a 'blood sport' in the Hudson household." Yet, beneath the lighthearted family rivalries lies a solemn commitment. From a grandfather who earned a Purple Heart in World War II, to a deeply personal vow made by Hudson to stay in the Army to honor his fallen company commander, the path to the Pacific Ocean Division has been paved with profound purpose. Stepping to the podium, Hudson delivered a clear and resonant message to the "Ohana" of the four districts scattered across the Pacific.

"Our family has two simple messages: the first is thank you, our hearts are grateful; and second is that we're here to serve, we're ready to serve this community," said Hudson.

Armed with the classic engineering spirit of Essayons (Let us try), Hudson's tenure begins with an urgent, direct charge to deliver quality projects on time and on budget, ensuring that the Pacific Ocean Division's mission to protect, partner, and prevail remains stronger than ever.

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