3RD ARMY HEADQUARTERS

The 3rd Army Headquarters, also known as Third United States Army, was first activated in November 1918 in France during World War I, serving as part of the American occupation force in Germany. Reactivated in 1932, it gained fame under the command of General George S. Patton during World War II, leading rapid advances across France and Germany following the Normandy invasion. The 3rd Army played a crucial role in the relief of Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge and contributed significantly to the Allied victory in Europe. After World War II, the unit continued to serve in various capacities, primarily as a training and support command in the United States.