37TH ARMOR REGIMENT

• Origins and Activation: The 37th Armor Regiment was constituted on 13 January 1941 in the Regular Army as the 37th Armored Regiment and assigned to the 4th Armored Division. • World War II Service: The unit saw extensive combat during World War II, participating in major campaigns such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace (Battle of the Bulge), and Central Europe. • Breakout at Bastogne: The 37th Armor played a crucial role in the relief of Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944, helping to break through German lines and relieve the besieged 101st Airborne Division. • Presidential Unit Citation: The regiment received the Presidential Unit Citation for its extraordinary heroism and actions during the relief of Bastogne. • Post-WWII Service: After WWII, the regiment was inactivated and reactivated several times, seeing service in Germany during the Cold War as part of U.S. Army Europe. • Vietnam War: Elements of the 37th Armor Regiment served in Vietnam, where they participated in armored operations and provided support to infantry units. • Modern Deployments: In the 21st century, battalions of the 37th Armor Regiment deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. • Regimental Motto: The regiment’s motto is “COURAGE CONQUERS,” reflecting its history of valor and determination in combat. • Distinctive Insignia: The unit’s distinctive insignia features a green shield with a gold bend, representing its armored heritage, and a battle axe, symbolizing its readiness for combat. • Legacy in Armor: The 37th Armor Regiment is recognized for its contributions to the development and execution of armored warfare tactics, influencing U.S. and allied doctrine during and after WWII.