1:118th FA

• Historic Roots: The 1st Battalion, 118th Field Artillery Regiment (1/118th FA) traces its lineage back to 1751, making it one of the oldest military units in the United States. • Georgia's Oldest: The unit is recognized as Georgia's oldest military organization, originally formed as the First Volunteer Regiment of Savannah. • Revolutionary War Service: Members of the unit participated in the American Revolutionary War, defending Savannah and serving in other key battles. • War of 1812: The unit was activated during the War of 1812 to protect the Georgia coastline from British forces. • Civil War Role: As part of Georgia’s militia, elements of the unit fought for the Confederacy and participated in major Civil War battles, including the defense of Savannah. • World War I Mobilization: The 118th Field Artillery was federalized for World War I, serving as part of the 31st Infantry Division (“Dixie Division”) and trained for overseas deployment. • World War II Service: During WWII, the unit was again mobilized and served in the Pacific Theater, providing artillery support in campaigns such as New Guinea and the Philippines. • Modern Deployments: In recent decades, 1/118th FA has deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, providing fire support and security missions. • Community Service: The battalion is known for its strong ties to Savannah, often participating in local parades, disaster relief, and community engagement activities. • Distinctive Insignia: The unit’s distinctive unit insignia features a red shield with a gold cannon, symbolizing its artillery heritage, and a Spanish castle, referencing service in the Spanish-American War.