2:42 FA

The 2nd Battalion, 42nd Field Artillery Regiment (2-42 FA) boasts a distinguished history within the U.S. Army. Constituted in 1918, the unit has seen action in major conflicts including World War II, where it participated in campaigns across Europe. In recent decades, 2-42 FA has served with distinction as part of the 1st Armored Division, supporting operations during the Gulf War, the Iraq War, and in Afghanistan. Known as the “Straight Arrows,” the battalion continues to provide critical artillery support and maintain readiness as a key component of U.S. Army firepower.