47th Field Hospital

• World War II Origins: The 47th Field Hospital was originally constituted in 1943 during World War II, providing crucial medical support to Allied forces in the European Theater. • Normandy Campaign: The unit landed in France shortly after D-Day and treated thousands of casualties from the intense fighting in Normandy and beyond. • Mobile Medical Support: As a field hospital, the 47th was designed for rapid deployment and mobility, able to set up and become operational within hours to provide front-line care. • Battle of the Bulge: The 47th Field Hospital played a key role during the Battle of the Bulge, providing medical aid under extremely challenging winter combat conditions. • Korean War Service: Reactivated for the Korean War, the 47th continued its legacy of saving lives, treating both American and allied soldiers. • Vietnam Era: While not deployed as a unit to Vietnam, the 47th contributed personnel and expertise to support medical missions in Southeast Asia. • Operation Desert Storm: The 47th Field Hospital was deployed to Saudi Arabia during the Gulf War, providing care to coalition forces during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. • Humanitarian Missions: The unit has participated in several humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions, both in the United States and abroad. • Modernization: The 47th has consistently adapted to advances in battlefield medicine, including the integration of telemedicine and advanced trauma care techniques. • Current Status: Today, the 47th Field Hospital continues its mission as a deployable medical unit within the U.S. Army, prepared to provide critical care in conflict zones and during emergencies.