3rd of 35th Armored Division Bamberg Germany 73 74

The 3rd Battalion of the 35th Armored Regiment was part of the 4th Armored Division, stationed in Bamberg, Germany during the early 1970s. In 1973-74, the unit played a key role in NATO’s forward defense strategy at the height of the Cold War, maintaining readiness against potential Warsaw Pact aggression. The battalion regularly participated in large-scale field exercises such as REFORGER, honing their combat skills and interoperability with allied forces. Their presence in Bamberg contributed significantly to the deterrence mission along the Iron Curtain and reinforced the United States’ commitment to European security.