About this Unit
The 354th Ordnance Company (354th Ord. Co.) is a United States Army Reserve unit with a distinguished history in logistics and munitions support. Originally constituted during World War II, the company has provided vital ordnance services, including ammunition supply, maintenance, and explosive ordnance disposal, in support of both peacetime and combat operations. Over the decades, the 354th has participated in multiple training exercises and deployments, ensuring operational readiness and expertise in ordnance management. Today, the unit continues its mission as a critical component in sustaining Army operations, upholding a legacy of excellence and professionalism.
Historical Facts
• World War II Origins: The 354th Ordnance Company (often abbreviated as 354th Ord. Co.) was activated during World War II to provide vital ordnance support, including the handling, storage, and distribution of munitions to frontline units.
• European Theater Deployment: The unit saw extensive service in the European Theater, supporting Allied operations following the D-Day landings and helping to supply ammunition and explosives during the push into Nazi-occupied Europe.
• Post-War Service: After World War II, the 354th was deactivated but later reconstituted as part of the Army Reserve, reflecting its ongoing value to the military's logistical and munitions capabilities.
• Korean War Reactivation: The unit was reactivated for service during the Korean War, where its personnel ensured that U.S. and allied forces had the ordnance supplies necessary for sustained combat operations.
• Cold War Role: During the Cold War, the 354th Ord. Co. played an essential part in maintaining U.S. readiness, managing the storage and safety of ammunition stockpiles in Europe and the United States.
• Disaster Response: The unit has participated in domestic emergency response, assisting with the safe disposal of unexploded ordnance and hazardous materials left over from military training or accidents.
• Modernization: In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, the 354th adopted new technologies for inventory management and munitions tracking, improving efficiency and safety in ordnance operations.
• Global War on Terrorism: Elements of the 354th have deployed in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, providing ammunition supply and explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) expertise in combat zones.
• Awards and Recognition: The company and its soldiers have earned several commendations, including Meritorious Unit Commendations, for their exemplary service under challenging conditions.
• Continued Service: Today, the 354th Ordnance Company remains an important part of the U.S. Army Reserve, with a legacy of supporting both combat and peacetime missions wherever the Army needs munitions expertise.
