197th Ordnance Bn.

The 197th Ordnance Battalion was originally constituted on 18 October 1927 in the Regular Army as the 97th Ordnance Battalion and later redesignated as the 197th. Activated during World War II, the battalion supported U.S. forces in the European Theater, providing vital ammunition supply and maintenance services throughout key campaigns. In the post-war years, the 197th Ordnance Battalion continued to serve in various capacities, including deployments during the Cold War and into the modern era. The unit’s history reflects a longstanding commitment to logistical excellence and support within the U.S. Army Ordnance Corps.