224 Aviation Bn

The 224th Aviation Battalion was constituted on 1 February 1966 in the Regular Army and activated on 25 February 1966 at Fort Benning, Georgia. During the Vietnam War, the battalion served as a key aviation unit, providing aerial reconnaissance, surveillance, and support to ground forces, notably utilizing OV-1 Mohawk aircraft. It played a significant role in gathering intelligence and supporting combat operations throughout the conflict. The 224th Aviation Battalion continued its service until it was inactivated following the end of major U.S. involvement in Vietnam.