2:377 FA.(Lance)

• Origins in World War II: The 2nd Battalion, 377th Field Artillery (2/377 FA) traces its lineage to the 377th Parachute Field Artillery Battalion, activated in 1942 as part of the 101st Airborne Division. • D-Day Heroics: Elements of the 377th parachuted into Normandy on June 6, 1944, with mission-critical howitzers, playing a vital role in supporting airborne troops during the initial assault. • Battle of Bastogne: During the Siege of Bastogne in the Battle of the Bulge, the unit provided continuous fire support under extreme conditions, contributing to the defense’s success. • Vietnam and Cold War Service: After World War II, the unit was reorganized and served in various forms during the Cold War era, maintaining readiness for potential large-scale conflicts. • Transformation to Airborne Artillery: The modern 2/377 FA is an airborne artillery battalion, currently part of the 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, based at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. • Lance Missile Era: The "Lance" in its designation refers to a period when the unit operated the MGM-52 Lance tactical ballistic missile, capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear warheads. • Global War on Terror Deployments: 2/377 FA has deployed multiple times in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, providing indirect fire support in Afghanistan and Iraq. • Arctic Warriors: Stationed in Alaska, 2/377 FA specializes in conducting airborne artillery operations in extreme cold weather and mountainous environments. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The battalion's insignia includes a winged artillery shell, symbolizing its airborne artillery heritage, and the motto "Fury from the Sky." • Legacy of Innovation: Throughout its history, 2/377 FA has been at the forefront of adapting artillery tactics for airborne and air assault operations, earning a reputation for flexibility and precision.