317TH FIELD HOSPITAL

The 317th Field Hospital was originally constituted in the United States Army during World War II to provide critical medical support to combat forces. Activated in 1943, the unit deployed to the European Theater, where it played a vital role in treating wounded soldiers during key operations, including the Normandy Campaign and the advance across France. After the war, the 317th was inactivated but later reorganized as part of the Army Reserve, continuing its mission of providing deployable medical care. Throughout its history, the unit has exemplified dedication to saving lives in both wartime and peacetime operations.