The XVI Corps was a unit of the United States Army that played a significant role during World War II. Activated in 1944, it participated in various campaigns in the European Theater, including the Battle of the Bulge and the Rhine River crossing. The corps was known for its effective coordination and combat operations. After the war, the XVI Corps was inactivated in 1946 but was later reactivated during the Cold War for training and support missions. It has since been associated with various military exercises and operations, contributing to the readiness of U.S. forces.