A Co 2:81 Armor 1AD HQ USAR EUR

• Lineage: A Company, 2nd Battalion, 81st Armor Regiment traces its roots to the 81st Armor Regiment, originally activated during World War II as part of the U.S. Armored Forces. • 1st Armored Division: The 2/81 Armor has served under the famous "Old Ironsides" 1st Armored Division, one of the U.S. Army’s oldest and most decorated armored divisions. • Cold War Service: The unit was stationed in Europe as part of USAREUR (United States Army Europe) during the Cold War, playing a key deterrence role against potential Warsaw Pact aggression. • Garrison Locations: In Germany, the unit was based at various times in locations such as Erlangen and Vilseck, supporting NATO operations and exercises. • Tank Platforms: Throughout its history, A Co 2/81 Armor has operated iconic U.S. tanks including the M48 Patton, M60, and later, the M1 Abrams main battle tank. • Reforger Exercises: The company and battalion regularly participated in "Return of Forces to Germany" (REFORGER) exercises, some of the largest military maneuvers in NATO history. • Unit Motto: The 81st Armor Regiment’s motto is "Supero Omnia" ("I Surpass All"), reflecting the unit's tradition of excellence. • Desert Shield/Storm: Elements of the 1st Armored Division, including the 81st Armor Regiment, were deployed to the Middle East during Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit’s crest features a black panther, symbolizing stealth, strength, and the shock action of armored forces. • Training and Legacy: Today, the 2nd Battalion, 81st Armor serves as a training battalion at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning), Georgia, providing initial entry training for future tankers and armored crewmen.