6:9th FA

• Origins in World War I: The 6th Battalion, 9th Field Artillery (6/9th FA) traces its lineage to the 9th Field Artillery Regiment, constituted in 1916 and activated in 1917 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. • World War II Service: Elements of the 9th Field Artillery served in the Pacific Theater, participating in key campaigns such as Guadalcanal, Leyte, and Luzon. • Korean War Involvement: The 9th Field Artillery was heavily engaged in the Korean War, providing vital fire support during battles such as the Pusan Perimeter and Inchon Landing. • Vietnam War Legacy: The 6/9th FA was a key artillery battalion in Vietnam, supporting the 9th Infantry Division in the Mekong Delta from 1966 to 1970, earning several unit commendations. • Nickname "The Mighty Ninth": The 9th Field Artillery Regiment is often referred to as “The Mighty Ninth,” a nickname reflecting its storied combat record. • Artillery Innovation: During Vietnam, 6/9th FA pioneered the use of riverine artillery fire support, adapting to the unique challenges of the Mekong Delta's waterways. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 9th FA’s insignia features a red shield with a gold bend and a field gun, symbolizing the unit's artillery heritage and valor. • Reactivation and Modern Service: After Vietnam, elements of the 6/9th FA have been reactivated and inactivated multiple times, serving in various artillery brigades and divisions, adapting to modern warfare needs. • Decorations and Honors: The unit has received numerous decorations, including Presidential Unit Citations, Meritorious Unit Commendations, and foreign awards for actions in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. • Veteran Community: The 6/9th FA has an active veterans’ association that preserves its history, organizes reunions, and supports former members and their families.