1:29th FA

• Origins in World War I: The 1st Battalion, 29th Field Artillery Regiment (1-29 FA) was originally constituted on July 5, 1918, during World War I as part of the National Army. • Redesignations: The unit has undergone multiple activations, inactivations, and redesignations throughout its history, reflecting the changing structure of the U.S. Army. • World War II Service: 1-29 FA served with distinction in the European Theater during World War II, participating in campaigns such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Normandy Landings: The battalion landed on Utah Beach in Normandy in June 1944 in support of the 4th Infantry Division, providing crucial artillery fire during the invasion. • Cold War Presence: After World War II, the unit was stationed in Germany as part of the U.S. Army’s commitment to NATO during the Cold War, serving as a deterrent against Soviet aggression. • Vietnam Era: Though not deployed as a whole unit to Vietnam, elements of the 29th Field Artillery Regiment supported operations and provided replacements for units in Southeast Asia. • Modern Role: 1-29 FA is currently stationed at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning), Georgia, where it serves as a training unit for artillerymen, particularly in supporting the U.S. Army Infantry School. • Artillery Training Excellence: The battalion is renowned for its expertise in artillery training, from basic cannon gunnery to advanced fire support coordination for both U.S. and allied forces. • Motto: The unit’s motto, “Fidelis et Verus” (“Faithful and True”), reflects its long tradition of loyalty and reliability in combat and training environments. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 29th Field Artillery Regiment’s insignia features a bend with three shells, symbolizing its firepower and the three major campaigns it participated in during World War II.