3:3rd FA

• Long History: The 3rd Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery Regiment (3/3rd FA) traces its lineage back to 1812, making it one of the oldest artillery units in the U.S. Army. • War of 1812 Origins: The original 3rd Regiment of Artillery participated in the War of 1812, defending American interests against British forces. • Civil War Service: Elements of the 3rd Field Artillery fought in several major Civil War battles, including Gettysburg and Antietam. • World War I Deployments: The unit saw action in France during World War I, providing crucial fire support during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. • World War II Campaigns: 3/3rd FA served in North Africa, Italy, and Central Europe, supporting infantry advances and earning multiple campaign streamers. • Korean War Valor: The battalion participated in key battles such as the Pusan Perimeter and the drive to the Yalu River, earning the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. • Vietnam War Support: The 3/3rd FA provided fire support for infantry and armored units during the Vietnam War, notably in operations near the Cambodian border. • Cold War Assignments: During the Cold War, the unit was stationed in Germany as part of NATO forces, ready to respond to any Warsaw Pact aggression. • Modern Deployments: In recent decades, 3/3rd FA has deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, supporting counterinsurgency and stability operations. • Motto and Symbolism: The unit’s motto, “Celer et Audax” (Swift and Bold), reflects its rapid response capability and courageous history, while its distinctive unit insignia features a gold cannon and red scroll.