5:5th FA

• Oldest Regular Army Unit: The 5th Battalion, 5th Field Artillery Regiment (5/5th FA) traces its lineage back to January 6, 1776, making it the oldest continuously serving Regular Army unit in the United States Army. • Alexander Hamilton’s Battery: The original battery was commanded by Captain Alexander Hamilton during the Revolutionary War, giving the unit the nickname "Hamilton’s Own." • Revolutionary War Service: The unit participated in key battles of the American Revolution, including the Battles of Long Island, Trenton, Princeton, and Yorktown. • Campaign Credit in Every Major U.S. Conflict: 5/5th FA has campaign participation credit in the War of 1812, Mexican War, Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish-American War, Philippine Insurrection, World Wars I and II, Korean War, Vietnam War, and the Global War on Terrorism. • Presidential Unit Citation: 5/5th FA received the Presidential Unit Citation for extraordinary heroism during the defense of Corregidor in the Philippines during World War II. • Modern Role: Today, 5/5th FA is assigned to the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division at Fort Riley, Kansas and serves as a Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) battalion. • Honoring Hamilton: The battalion’s distinctive unit insignia features the motto “Faithful and True” and a reference to Hamilton’s original battery. • Vietnam Service: During the Vietnam War, the unit provided artillery support across multiple operations and earned the Meritorious Unit Commendation. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: 5/5th FA deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing rocket artillery fire in support of coalition operations. • Tradition of Ceremony: The battalion continues to honor its heritage with ceremonial salutes and by commemorating Alexander Hamilton’s birthday annually.