A Battery 1:75 FA

• Origins in World War I: A Battery, 1st Battalion, 75th Field Artillery (A/1/75 FA) was originally constituted in the Regular Army in 1918, serving as part of the 3rd Division during the final offensives in France. • Distinguished Service in World War II: The unit participated in major campaigns, including Sicily, Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno, Southern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Nickname "The Rolling Thunder": Due to their rapid deployment and powerful artillery barrages in World War II, the unit earned the nickname "The Rolling Thunder." • Korean War Deployments: A/1/75 FA served with distinction in the Korean War, providing critical artillery support during the Battle of Pusan Perimeter and the Inchon Landing. • Cold War Assignments: During the Cold War, the unit was stationed in Germany as part of NATO forces, tasked with defending Western Europe from potential Soviet aggression. • Modernization: In the 1980s and 1990s, A Battery upgraded from M114 155mm howitzers to the more advanced M198 and later the M777, enhancing mobility and firepower. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: Elements of A/1/75 FA deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing fire support for both conventional and counterinsurgency operations. • Unit Motto: The unit’s motto, "Semper Paratus" (Always Ready), reflects its tradition of rapid response and preparedness for any mission. • Decorations and Honors: Over its history, A Battery, 1/75 FA has received multiple unit citations including the Presidential Unit Citation, Meritorious Unit Commendation, and the French Croix de Guerre. • Community Engagement: In recent years, the unit has been active in community outreach, participating in local parades, educational programs, and honoring veterans during national holidays.