2nd Battalion 9th Field Artillery Regiment

• Origins in World War I: The 2nd Battalion, 9th Field Artillery Regiment (2-9 FA) traces its lineage back to 1916, making it a unit with over a century of history. • World War I Service: The regiment was first organized in 1917 at Camp Funston, Kansas, and deployed to France as part of the American Expeditionary Forces. • World War II Campaigns: 2-9 FA participated in key WWII campaigns, including North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and Germany, earning multiple battle honors. • Korean War Valor: The unit fought in major Korean War battles such as the Pusan Perimeter, Inchon, and the Chosin Reservoir, and was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation. • Vietnam War Deployments: 2-9 FA served in Vietnam from 1966 to 1971, providing fire support during the Tet Offensive and other critical operations. • Modernization and Technology: The battalion has operated multiple artillery systems over the years, including the M1 155mm Howitzer, M198, and currently the M777A2 and HIMARS rocket artillery. • Operation Desert Storm: Elements of 2-9 FA deployed during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, supporting the liberation of Kuwait in 1991. • Global War on Terrorism: 2-9 FA has deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, adapting to new roles like counter-insurgency and security force assistance. • Garrison at Fort Stewart: The battalion is part of the 3rd Infantry Division, based at Fort Stewart, Georgia, and is known as the “Mighty Ninth.” • Motto and Symbolism: The unit’s motto, “Keep Up The Fire,” reflects its commitment to continuous support and excellence, a tradition dating back to its earliest campaigns.