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B Battery, 1st Battalion, 17th Field Artillery (B BTRY 1ST BN 17TH FA) is a storied unit within the U.S. Army, stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, the home of the Field Artillery. The 17th Field Artillery Regiment was originally constituted in 1916 and has participated in major conflicts, including World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the Global War on Terrorism. Throughout its history, B Battery has provided critical fire support to maneuver forces, earning multiple unit citations and campaign streamers for its distinguished service. At Fort Sill, B Battery continues to train and maintain readiness to deploy worldwide in support of U.S. Army missions.

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Hanau Germany

U.S. Army • 1976

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U.S. Air Force • 1956

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• Historic Lineage: Battery B, 1st Battalion, 17th Field Artillery traces its origins to 1916, making it a unit with over a century of service in the U.S. Army. • World War I Service: The 17th Field Artillery Regiment was organized at Camp Robinson, Wisconsin, and saw action in World War I, participating in major campaigns such as St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. • World War II Campaigns: The unit served in several significant WWII operations, including the Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe campaigns. • Korean War Valor: The 17th FA earned the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation for its distinguished service during the Korean War. • Vietnam Service: The battalion was deployed to Vietnam, where it supported major operations and received multiple campaign participation credits. • Modernization at Fort Sill: Fort Sill, Oklahoma, is known as the "Home of the Field Artillery," and B Battery trains on advanced artillery systems, including the M777 howitzer and the M109A6 Paladin. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 17th FA Regiment’s insignia features a winged centaur, symbolizing the swiftness and power of field artillery. • "Thunderbolts" Nickname: The battalion has been known by the nickname "Thunderbolts," reflecting the striking power and speed of artillery fire. • Training New Soldiers: B Battery, 1-17th FA, plays a crucial role in training new field artillery soldiers through Advanced Individual Training (AIT) at Fort Sill. • Global Deployments: In recent decades, the unit has supported operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, providing fire support and training allied forces.