About this Unit
The 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment (1-64 AR), known as "Desert Rogues," has a distinguished history within the United States Army. Constituted in 1940, it first saw action during World War II as part of the 2nd Armored Division, participating in campaigns across North Africa and Europe. Over subsequent decades, the unit has served in major conflicts including Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. Currently assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Stewart, Georgia, 1-64th Armor continues to demonstrate excellence in armored warfare and combined arms operations.
Historical Facts
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Origins in World War II: The 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment traces its lineage back to the 761st Tank Battalion, an all-Black unit known as the "Black Panthers," which fought heroically in WWII. Its modern lineage was constituted on 13 January 1941 as Company A, 64th Armored Regiment.
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Desert Storm Participation: 1/64th Armor played a vital role in Operation Desert Storm (1991) as part of the 24th Infantry Division, participating in the famous "left hook" maneuver that helped liberate Kuwait.
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Nickname - "Desert Rogues": The battalion is famously known as the "Desert Rogues," a moniker earned during extensive training and operations in arid environments.
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Service in Operation Iraqi Freedom: The unit deployed multiple times to Iraq, conducting combat operations in Baghdad and other major cities, gaining a reputation for effectiveness in urban warfare.
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Modern Equipment: 1/64th Armor is equipped with the M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank, one of the most advanced armored vehicles in the world.
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Humanitarian Missions: The battalion has participated in humanitarian missions, including aiding disaster relief efforts in the U.S. and abroad.
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Decorations: Units within 1/64th Armor have been awarded numerous decorations, including the Presidential Unit Citation and Valorous Unit Award for extraordinary heroism.
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Fort Stewart Home: The battalion is based at Fort Stewart, Georgia, as part of the 3rd Infantry Division’s 2nd Brigade Combat Team.
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International Deployments: 1/64th Armor has deployed to Europe for NATO exercises, strengthening alliances and demonstrating rapid deployment capabilities.
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Regimental Motto: The motto of the 64th Armor Regiment is "We Pierce," reflecting the unit’s aggressive spirit and armored warfare prowess.
