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1:35th Armor

U.S. Army

The 1st Battalion, 35th Armor Regiment (1/35th Armor), known as "Conquerors," was originally constituted in 1941 and assigned to the 4th Armored Division during World War II. The battalion participated in major campaigns across Europe, including the liberation of France and the Battle of the Bulge, earning numerous commendations for valor and effectiveness in armored warfare. In the decades following WWII, 1/35th Armor served in various Cold War assignments and later supported operations in the Middle East, including deployments to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Today, the unit continues to uphold its legacy of excellence as part of the U.S. Army’s armored forces, contributing to both combat and peacekeeping missions worldwide.

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Origins: The 1st Battalion, 35th Armor Regiment (“1/35th Armor”) was originally constituted on July 1, 1941, as Company A, 35th Armored Regiment, and assigned to the 4th Armored Division.
World War II Service: The battalion fought in major European campaigns, including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace (Battle of the Bulge), and Central Europe.
Distinguished Unit: The 35th Armor Regiment received the Presidential Unit Citation for its actions at Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge.
Cold War Service: During the Cold War, the 1/35th Armor was stationed in West Germany as part of the U.S. Army’s forward presence, serving as a deterrent to Soviet aggression.
Nickname: The unit’s nickname is “Conquerors,” reflecting their aggressive fighting spirit and historical role in overcoming enemy forces.
Gulf War: Elements of the 1/35th Armor participated in Operation Desert Storm in 1991, contributing to the rapid defeat of Iraqi forces.
Post-9/11 Deployments: The battalion has deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, conducting combat and stability operations.
Regimental Insignia: The unit crest features a tank and a pair of crossed lances, symbolizing armored mobility and aggressive action.
Notable Commanders: Several future general officers have commanded or served in 1/35th Armor, contributing to its strong leadership heritage.
Community Engagement: The battalion has a tradition of engaging with local communities during both stateside and overseas assignments, fostering goodwill and supporting military families.

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1:35th Armor

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Francis McDonough

U.S. Army · 1959 - 1961

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Darryl Hobbs

U.S. Army Veteran · 1983 - 1985

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George Sabillion

U.S. Army · 2002 - 2007

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Daniel DeWitt

U.S. Army Veteran · 2004 - 2008

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About 1:35th Armor

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Origins: The 1st Battalion, 35th Armor Regiment (“1/35th Armor”) was originally constituted on July 1, 1941, as Company A, 35th Armored Regiment, and assigned to the 4th Armored Division.
World War II Service: The battalion fought in major European campaigns, including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace (Battle of the Bulge), and Central Europe.
Distinguished Unit: The 35th Armor Regiment received the Presidential Unit Citation for its actions at Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge.
Cold War Service: During the Cold War, the 1/35th Armor was stationed in West Germany as part of the U.S. Army’s forward presence, serving as a deterrent to Soviet aggression.
Nickname: The unit’s nickname is “Conquerors,” reflecting their aggressive fighting spirit and historical role in overcoming enemy forces.
Gulf War: Elements of the 1/35th Armor participated in Operation Desert Storm in 1991, contributing to the rapid defeat of Iraqi forces.
Post-9/11 Deployments: The battalion has deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, conducting combat and stability operations.
Regimental Insignia: The unit crest features a tank and a pair of crossed lances, symbolizing armored mobility and aggressive action.
Notable Commanders: Several future general officers have commanded or served in 1/35th Armor, contributing to its strong leadership heritage.
Community Engagement: The battalion has a tradition of engaging with local communities during both stateside and overseas assignments, fostering goodwill and supporting military families.