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About 1:11th FA

The 1st Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Regiment (1/11th FA) was originally constituted on 1 July 1916 in the Regular Army as Battery A, 11th Field Artillery. The unit saw distinguished service in World War I and later in World War II, providing vital artillery support in the Pacific Theater, including operations in the Philippines and Okinawa. During the Korean War, 1/11th FA played a critical role in numerous campaigns, supporting infantry operations with effective firepower. Over the decades, the battalion has continued to serve with distinction, adapting to modern artillery systems and participating in training and deployments as part of the U.S. Army’s ongoing global commitments.

Unit Members

Varnell Harley

U.S. Army

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Shana Bush

U.S. Army

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U.S. Army • 1974

U.S. Army • 1976

About 1:11th FA

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins in World War I: The 1st Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Regiment (1/11th FA) was first constituted in July 1916 and organized in June 1917 at Camp Stewart, Texas. • World War I Service: The unit deployed to France as part of the 6th Division, providing artillery support for major operations during the final phases of the war. • World War II Pacific Campaigns: 1/11th FA served with distinction in the Pacific Theater, participating in campaigns such as Guadalcanal, New Georgia, and the Philippines. • Korean War Heroics: The battalion fought valiantly in Korea, providing critical artillery fire during the defense of the Pusan Perimeter and major offensives, earning multiple battle honors. • Nickname “Chesty's Redlegs”: The unit earned the nickname because of its close association with Marine legend LtGen Lewis “Chesty” Puller during joint operations. • Vietnam War Deployments: 1/11th FA was one of the most heavily engaged artillery battalions in Vietnam, supporting the 9th Infantry Division in the Mekong Delta. • Innovators in Artillery Tactics: The battalion is credited with pioneering “hip shoot” techniques—rapid, on-the-move artillery fire innovations that improved battlefield flexibility. • Gulf War and Beyond: Elements of the unit provided fire support during Operation Desert Storm, and later in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. • Decorations and Honors: The 1/11th FA has received numerous unit citations, including Presidential Unit Citations and foreign awards for gallantry. • Legacy and Motto: The battalion’s motto is “On Time,” reflecting its longstanding reputation for reliability and excellence in fire support over more than a century of service.