1:67th FA

• Origins in World War I: The 1st Battalion, 67th Field Artillery Regiment (1/67th FA) traces its lineage back to its constitution in 1918 during World War I, originally part of the 22nd Cavalry, before being reorganized as a field artillery unit. • World War II Service: The battalion saw extensive action in World War II, supporting armored divisions across the European Theater, including campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Korean War Involvement: The 1/67th FA was reactivated for the Korean War, providing critical fire support during some of the conflict’s fiercest battles. • Vietnam War: Elements of the 67th Field Artillery served in Vietnam, often supporting infantry and armored units in difficult terrain and under challenging combat conditions. • Tank Integration: Unusually for field artillery units, the 1/67th FA has at times been closely associated with armored units, reflecting its long-term attachment to armored divisions such as the 2nd and 4th Armored Divisions. • Gulf War Operations: The battalion deployed during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, delivering fire support in the rapid, high-mobility campaign against Iraqi forces. • Global War on Terror Deployments: In the 2000s, 1/67th FA deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, adapting to new technologies and tactics in the modern battlefield. • “Gunfighters” Nickname: The 1/67th FA is famously known as the “Gunfighters,” a nod to both their artillery prowess and their historical association with armored combat. • Modernization: Over its history, the battalion has transitioned through numerous artillery systems, from the M7 Priest and M109 howitzer to modern self-propelled artillery platforms. • Decorations and Honors: The 1/67th FA has received multiple unit citations and awards for valor and performance, reflecting its distinguished service record across a century of American military history.