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The 1st Battalion, 5th Field Artillery (1-5 FA) is the oldest continuously serving unit in the United States Army, tracing its lineage back to 6 January 1776, when it was organized as Alexander Hamilton’s New York Provincial Company of Artillery. The unit fought with distinction in the American Revolutionary War, participating in key battles such as Trenton and Princeton. Throughout its history, 1-5 FA has served in major conflicts including the War of 1812, the Mexican War, both World Wars, the Korean War, Vietnam, and Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom. Renowned for its storied heritage and motto "Faithful and True," the battalion remains an integral component of the U.S. Army’s artillery forces.

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UTT re-arming at Tan Hiep AAF near My Tho, RVN

U.S. Army • 1969

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• Oldest Regular Army Unit: The 1st Battalion, 5th Field Artillery (1-5 FA) traces its lineage to January 6, 1776, making it the oldest active unit in the Regular Army. • Alexander Hamilton’s Battery: The unit was originally formed as Captain Alexander Hamilton’s New York Provincial Company of Artillery during the American Revolutionary War. • Revolutionary War Service: The battery served in key battles including Trenton, Princeton, Brandywine, Monmouth, and Yorktown. • Battle Streamers: 1-5 FA bears more battle streamers for its colors than any other artillery unit in the United States Army. • Nickname "Hamilton’s Own": In honor of its founder, the unit is often referred to by the nickname "Hamilton’s Own." • Continuous Service: The unit has seen action in every major American conflict since the Revolution, including the War of 1812, Mexican War, Civil War, World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, and modern conflicts. • Presidential Unit Citation: The battalion earned the Presidential Unit Citation for bravery at the Battle of Chipyong-ni during the Korean War. • Modern Deployments: 1-5 FA has recently deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. • Distinctive Insignia: The unit’s distinctive unit insignia features a gold cannon and a scroll with the motto "Faithful and True." • Fort Riley Today: The battalion is currently assigned to the 1st Infantry Division and is stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas.