2:78th FA

The 2nd Battalion, 78th Field Artillery Regiment (2/78th FA) traces its origins to the 78th Field Artillery, which was first constituted in the National Army in 1917 and assigned to the 6th Division during World War I. The 2/78th FA has a distinguished lineage, serving in various forms throughout the 20th century, including training and support roles during World War II and the Cold War era. In the modern era, 2/78th FA has primarily functioned as a training battalion at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, responsible for developing and instructing soldiers in field artillery skills. The unit upholds a proud tradition of excellence, contributing significantly to the readiness and effectiveness of the U.S. Army’s Field Artillery forces.