A BTRY 1:17TH FA FT SILL OK

• Historic Lineage: A Battery, 1st Battalion, 17th Field Artillery (A BTRY 1/17TH FA) traces its origins back to World War I, where the 17th Field Artillery Regiment was constituted in 1916 and later assigned to the 2nd Division. • World War II Campaigns: The 17th FA participated in multiple major campaigns during World War II, including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Korean War Service: The unit earned distinction in the Korean War, participating in eight campaigns, including the defense of the Pusan Perimeter and the drive to the Yalu River. • Vietnam War Deployments: Elements of the 17th FA deployed to Vietnam, providing artillery support in numerous operations and earning several unit commendations for their actions. • Modernization at Fort Sill: Stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, A BTRY 1/17TH FA has been a key player in field artillery modernization, including the integration of new howitzer systems and fire control technologies. • Training Headquarters: Fort Sill is known as the "Home of the Field Artillery," and A BTRY 1/17TH FA often serves as a training and demonstration unit for new artillery tactics and equipment. • Motto and Insignia: The 17th FA Regiment’s motto is “In Time of Peace Prepare for War.” Its distinctive unit insignia features a gold cannon and a red shield, symbolizing artillery heritage and valor. • Global Deployments: In the post-9/11 era, elements of A BTRY 1/17TH FA have deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, providing fire support, training allied forces, and supporting counterinsurgency operations. • Community Engagement: The unit is active in the Fort Sill and Lawton, Oklahoma communities, participating in parades, school visits, and military appreciation events, strengthening Army-community relations. • Legacy of Valor: Throughout its history, A BTRY 1/17TH FA has received numerous unit citations and awards, reflecting a tradition of excellence, sacrifice, and dedication to mission success in every conflict it has served.