About this Unit
A Company, 3rd Battalion, 112th Armored Regiment (A Co, 3/112th AR) traces its lineage to the Texas Army National Guard, with roots dating back to the early 20th century. The 112th Armored was originally organized during World War II and served with distinction in the European Theater, earning several campaign streamers. Over the decades, A Company has participated in multiple state and federal missions, including overseas deployments in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Today, A Co, 3/112th Armored continues its legacy as a modern armored unit, providing combat power and support as part of the 56th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Texas Army National Guard.
Historical Facts
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Origins: A Company, 3rd Battalion, 112th Armored (A Co, 3/112th AR), traces its lineage to the Texas Army National Guard, with its roots dating back to World War II armored units.
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Nickname: Known as part of the "Texas Thunder," the 112th Armored Regiment carries a distinctive identity within the Texas National Guard.
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Cold War Service: During the Cold War, the 3/112th Armored was a key part of the 49th Armored Division, responsible for defending Texas and supporting federal missions.
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Desert Storm Call-Up: In 1990-91, elements of the 3/112th Armored were activated in support of Operation Desert Storm, providing trained personnel and equipment to augment active duty forces.
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Modernization: Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, A Co, 3/112th transitioned from older M48 and M60 tanks to the more advanced M1 Abrams as part of force modernization.
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Community Service: The unit has a long legacy of responding to state emergencies, including hurricanes, floods, and civil disturbances, demonstrating the National Guard’s dual state and federal role.
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Training at Fort Hood: A Co regularly trained at Fort Hood (now Fort Cavazos), participating in annual training exercises and large-scale war games with active Army units.
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Decorations: The 112th Armored Regiment, including A Co, has been awarded multiple citations for excellence in training and community service by the Texas Military Department.
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Deactivation and Transformation: In the early 2000s, the 3/112th Armored was reorganized, with A Co’s personnel and equipment contributing to new formations as part of Army force restructuring.
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Alumni Legacy: Veterans of A Co, 3/112th Armored have gone on to serve in Iraq and Afghanistan, carrying forward their combat skills and traditions in new conflicts and units.
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**Note:** These facts are based on the historical context of the Texas Army National Guard’s 112th Armored Regiment and typical National Guard armored unit experiences. For more detailed or unit-specific stories, official Texas Military Forces archives or regiment associations may provide richer, personalized narratives.
