1:28 artillery

• Vietnam War Service: The 1st Battalion, 28th Artillery (1/28th Artillery) served with distinction during the Vietnam War, providing crucial fire support for infantry units engaged in major campaigns. • Activation Date: The 1/28th Artillery was first constituted on July 5, 1918, as part of the National Army during World War I, although it did not see combat in that conflict. • “The Guns of the Red Dragon”: The unit earned the nickname “Red Dragon” for its fierce reputation in the field and its distinctive unit insignia. • Battery Configuration: In Vietnam, the battalion typically operated 155mm self-propelled howitzers, providing both direct and indirect fire support over challenging terrain. • Operation Cedar Falls: The 1/28th Artillery played a key role in Operation Cedar Falls in 1967, a major search-and-destroy mission against Viet Cong strongholds in the Iron Triangle. • Motto: The battalion’s motto is “We Support the Line,” reflecting its commitment to backing up frontline troops with accurate and timely artillery fire. • Meritorious Unit Commendation: The 1/28th Artillery earned the Meritorious Unit Commendation for its exceptional performance in Vietnam from 1966 to 1967. • Fire Base Operations: The battalion regularly operated out of remote firebases, often coming under enemy mortar and rocket attack, yet maintaining fire missions in support of U.S. and South Vietnamese forces. • Modernization: After Vietnam, the 1/28th Artillery was equipped with advanced artillery systems and took part in Cold War training exercises in Europe as a part of NATO forces. • Legacy: Although inactive today, the 1/28th Artillery’s lineage and honors are preserved by the U.S. Army, and its veterans maintain an active alumni network, sharing stories and preserving the battalion’s proud history.