2:319TH 7th Bde 80th Div (TNG)

• World War I Origins: The 319th Field Artillery Regiment, to which 2/319th belongs, was originally constituted in the National Army in 1917 and served with distinction in World War I as part of the 82nd Division. • Historic Redesignations: Over its history, the 319th has undergone multiple redesignations, reflecting changes in Army structure, from Field Artillery to Airborne and then to Training (TNG) units. • Training Mission: As part of the 80th Division (Training), the 2/319th (2nd Battalion, 319th Regiment) was tasked with providing training to new Army recruits and reserve component soldiers, preparing them for active duty assignments. • 7th Brigade Association: Within the 80th Division, the 2/319th operated under the 7th Brigade, one of several brigades responsible for large-scale training operations across multiple states. • Reserve Component: The unit is part of the U.S. Army Reserve, playing a key role in maintaining readiness and providing trained soldiers to support both domestic and overseas missions. • Notable Locations: The 80th Division and its subordinate units, including the 2/319th, have operated training sites in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and other locations throughout the eastern United States. • Motto and Insignia: The 319th Regiment’s motto is “LOYALTY,” and its distinctive unit insignia features a red shield with a white cross, symbolizing its artillery roots and proud heritage. • Post-9/11 Deployments: Members of 2/319th and the 80th Division supported the Global War on Terror by training deploying units and Individual Mobilization Augmentees, ensuring mission readiness for operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. • Decorations and Honors: The 319th Regiment as a whole, including its various battalions, has earned campaign participation credits and unit citations for service in World War I, World War II, and more recent training excellence. • Transformation and Modernization: In the 21st century, the 2/319th continues to adapt, embracing new Army training methodologies and technologies to prepare the next generation of soldiers for evolving threats and missions.