25th FA

• Origins: The 25th Field Artillery (FA) was first constituted on July 5, 1918, in the National Army as the 25th Field Artillery and assigned to the 9th Division. • World War I Service: Although the 25th FA was organized during World War I, it did not see combat during the conflict as the war ended before deployment. • Reactivation: The unit was demobilized in 1919 and later reconstituted and redesignated multiple times, reflecting the changing needs of the U.S. Army. • World War II: Batteries of the 25th FA served with distinction during World War II, providing critical artillery support in several key campaigns. • Korean War: Elements of the 25th FA were involved in the Korean War, supporting UN forces with artillery fire in several major battles. • Vietnam War: The 25th FA, particularly its battalions attached to the 25th Infantry Division, played pivotal roles in major operations during the Vietnam War. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit's insignia features a red shield and gold artillery shell, symbolizing its heritage and mission. • Decorations: The 25th FA has received several unit citations and campaign streamers for its service in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. • Modern Deployments: In recent decades, elements of the 25th FA have served in operations in the Middle East, including Iraq and Afghanistan. • Legacy: The 25th FA continues to be an integral part of the U.S. Army's artillery force, adapting to new technologies and combat requirements over more than a century of service.