4:14th FA

• Origins: The 4th Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment (4/14th FA) traces its lineage to the 14th Field Artillery, first constituted in 1916 and organized in 1917 at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. • World War II Service: Although the 14th FA Regiment saw action in World War II, the 4th Battalion itself was activated later and did not participate as a battalion during the war. • Vietnam War: 4/14th FA was activated in 1966 and deployed to Vietnam, where it supported the 1st Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, and executed fire support missions in the Central Highlands. • Firepower: The battalion was equipped with the 155mm self-propelled howitzer (M109), providing mobile and responsive artillery support for infantry operations in Vietnam. • Firebase Support: 4/14th FA operated from several prominent firebases including, but not limited to, Firebase Artillery Base Kate and Firebase Oasis, often under threat from enemy attacks. • Heroism Under Fire: The battalion's personnel earned numerous awards for valor, including Silver Stars and Bronze Stars, for their actions during attacks on firebases and during fire missions. • Operation Wayne Grey: The battalion played a key role in Operation Wayne Grey in 1969, providing crucial artillery support in the Plei Trap Valley to disrupt North Vietnamese Army operations. • Unit Motto: The 14th Field Artillery Regiment's motto is "Ex Hoc Signo Victoria" ("From this sign, victory"), reflecting its proud history of combat support. • Post-Vietnam Assignments: After Vietnam, 4/14th FA was inactivated, reactivated, and served in various locations, including Germany during the Cold War as part of NATO forces. • Legacy: The legacy of 4/14th FA is carried on through the continued service of the 14th Field Artillery Regiment, whose battalions have served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other global deployments.