sentences:  In April 1991, the Brigade Headquarters, along with elements of the 94th Engineer Battalion (Combat) (Heavy), deployed to Zakho, Iraq in support of Operation Provide Comfort.While there, the Brigade coordinated all engineer efforts of a Joint and Combined engineer force providing construction and relief support to the Kurdish refugees.The 18th Engineer Brigade was awarded the Joint Meritorious Unit Award for its action during Operation Provide Comfort.