1:15th FA

• Origins in World War I: The 1st Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment (1/15th FA) was constituted on July 1, 1916, and organized at Camp Stewart, Texas, in June 1917. • First Combat in France: The unit saw its first combat action during World War I as part of the 2nd Division, American Expeditionary Forces, participating in campaigns such as Aisne-Marne and Meuse-Argonne. • French Fourragere Award: For its distinguished service in World War I, the 1/15th FA was awarded the French Fourragere, an honor signified by a braided cord worn on the uniform. • World War II Service: The battalion served with the 2nd Infantry Division across the European Theater of Operations, including the Normandy invasion and the Battle of the Bulge. • Korean War Heroics: The 1/15th FA played a crucial role in the defense of the Pusan Perimeter and later in the push to the Yalu River, earning multiple campaign streamers. • Vietnam Deployments: Elements of the battalion were deployed to Vietnam, providing vital artillery support during some of the conflict’s most intense operations. • Motto and Insignia: The battalion’s motto is "Allons" (French for "Let us go"), reflecting its heritage and ties to French military traditions from World War I. • Cold War Garrison: During the Cold War, the 1/15th FA was stationed in various locations, including Germany, as part of the U.S. Army’s forward-deployed forces in Europe. • Modern Deployments: In recent decades, the battalion has deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom with fire support and security operations. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit’s distinctive insignia features a red shield with a gold cannon, symbolizing artillery power and the battalion’s long-standing tradition of excellence.