703rd Main Support Battalion

• Origins in World War II: The 703rd Main Support Battalion traces its lineage back to the 703rd Ordnance Light Maintenance Company, originally constituted during World War II in 1942. • Support to the 3rd Infantry Division: The battalion has long been aligned with the 3rd Infantry Division, providing essential logistical and maintenance support. • European Theater Service: The 703rd participated in several critical campaigns across the European Theater in World War II, including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Cold War Presence: The unit was stationed in Germany for much of the Cold War, providing support to U.S. forces as part of NATO commitments. • Transformation into Main Support Battalion: In 1987, the unit was reorganized and redesignated as the 703rd Main Support Battalion, adapting to changing Army logistics doctrines. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: The 703rd deployed with the 3rd Infantry Division during the 2003 invasion of Iraq, providing critical logistics and maintenance during the rapid advance to Baghdad. • Support in the Surge: The battalion also played a key role during the 2007 troop surge in Iraq, ensuring combat units remained supplied and operational. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The battalion's insignia features a red and gold color scheme with a wheel and lightning bolt, symbolizing mobility and rapid support. • Humanitarian Missions: In addition to combat operations, the 703rd has participated in humanitarian missions, including disaster relief and rebuilding efforts. • Motto – “Maintain to Win”: The unit's motto underscores its vital role in sustaining combat power and ensuring mission success for supported forces.