3:321st FA

• Origins: The 3rd Battalion, 321st Field Artillery Regiment (3-321st FAR) traces its lineage back to World War I, when it was constituted in 1917 as part of the National Army. • World War I Service: The unit served with distinction as part of the 82nd Division (now 82nd Airborne Division) in France, supporting major offensives such as the St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne campaigns. • Reactivation for World War II: The battalion was reactivated in 1942 and assigned to the 101st Airborne Division, providing artillery support during airborne operations in Europe. • D-Day and Operation Market Garden: Elements of the 3/321st FA parachuted into Normandy on D-Day and later participated in Operation Market Garden, supporting airborne assaults behind enemy lines. • Battle of the Bulge: The battalion played a critical role during the Battle of Bastogne, providing fire support to the besieged 101st Airborne Division. • Vietnam War Deployments: The 3-321st FAR was deployed to Vietnam, where it supported the 82nd Airborne Division and other units in combat operations. • Cold War Era: Throughout the Cold War, the unit was stationed in various locations in the United States and Germany, maintaining readiness as part of NATO forces. • Modern Redesignations: The battalion has been redesignated and reorganized multiple times, reflecting changes in Army structure and technology, including transitions to advanced artillery systems. • Global War on Terror: Elements of the 3/321st FA have deployed in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, providing fire support and training to allied forces. • Unit Honors: The battalion has received numerous awards and decorations, including Presidential Unit Citations, French Croix de Guerre, and the Belgian Fourragere, recognizing its valor and distinguished service.