56th Field Artillery

The 56th Field Artillery was constituted during World War I as part of the U.S. Army’s rapid expansion to meet wartime needs. Activated in 1918, the unit provided artillery support for various infantry operations, though it saw limited combat before the Armistice. Reactivated and reorganized during World War II, the 56th Field Artillery participated in key campaigns in the European Theater, offering critical fire support during major offensives. Over the decades, the unit has continued to serve with distinction, adapting to new technologies and missions as part of the U.S. Army’s evolving artillery forces.