366th Signal Battalion

• Origins in World War II: The 366th Signal Battalion was originally constituted on 11 December 1944 in the Army of the United States as Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 366th Signal Service Battalion. • Activation in the Philippines: The battalion was activated on 27 December 1944 in the Philippines, supporting operations in the Pacific Theater during the closing months of World War II. • Post-war Inactivation: After the war, the unit was inactivated on 30 April 1946 in the Philippines as part of the general post-war drawdown. • Reactivation and Cold War Service: The battalion was allotted to the Regular Army and reactivated on 5 May 1952 at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, a key hub for Army communications research and development. • Vietnam War Contributions: Elements of the 366th Signal Battalion were deployed to Vietnam, where they provided critical communications support for combat operations. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The battalion’s insignia features a gold lightning bolt and a globe, symbolizing speed, worldwide reach, and communications excellence. • Gulf War Era: During Operation Desert Storm, the 366th Signal Battalion supported coalition forces with advanced communications networks in Southwest Asia. • Modern Deployments: The battalion has supported various operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, providing secure and reliable communications for deployed forces. • Training Mission: At Fort Gordon, Georgia, the 366th Signal Battalion has played a key role in training new generations of Army signal soldiers in cutting-edge communications technology. • Motto – "Serve to Lead": The battalion’s motto reflects its commitment to leadership in Army communications, supporting commanders and soldiers with mission-critical information.