About this Unit
B Battery, 2nd Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment (B BTRY 2-14 FA) traces its lineage to the formation of the 14th Field Artillery in 1916. The unit has served with distinction in major conflicts, including World War II, the Vietnam War, and the Global War on Terrorism. In Vietnam, B Battery provided critical fire support during numerous operations, earning several unit commendations for valor and effectiveness. Today, B BTRY 2-14 FA continues its legacy as part of the U.S. Army’s artillery forces, supporting maneuver units with precision and dedication.
Historical Facts
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Lineage: Battery B, 2nd Battalion, 14th Artillery (B BTRY 2-14th Arty) traces its origins to the 14th Field Artillery Regiment, which was constituted on July 1, 1916, as part of the U.S. Army’s expansion prior to World War I.
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World War II Service: The 14th Field Artillery participated in several campaigns during World War II, including the Rhineland and Central Europe campaigns, providing crucial artillery support.
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Korean War: The battalion saw extensive action in the Korean War, supporting infantry with fire missions and earning campaign streamers for its service.
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Vietnam War Deployments: B Battery, 2nd Battalion, 14th Artillery was deployed to Vietnam, where it provided fire support to multiple infantry brigades and engaged in both defensive and offensive artillery operations from 1966 onwards.
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Artillery Innovation: The unit was among the first to use the M109 self-propelled howitzer in active combat during the Vietnam War, enhancing mobility and rapid-fire capability.
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Decorations: The regiment and its battalions, including B Battery, have been awarded several unit citations, including Presidential Unit Citations and Valorous Unit Awards for extraordinary heroism in action.
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Nickname: The 14th Field Artillery Regiment is known as "The Steel Warriors," a nickname reflecting its reputation for delivering powerful artillery barrages.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia: The regiment's insignia features a cannon and a dragon, symbolizing the unit’s firepower and its origins in the Wyoming Territory (the dragon comes from the Chinese zodiac, as the regiment was established in the Year of the Dragon).
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Cold War Service: During the Cold War, elements of the 2-14th Artillery were stationed in Germany as part of NATO forces, ready to respond to any Soviet aggression.
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Modern Era: While the Army has restructured artillery units over the decades, the legacy of B BTRY 2-14th Arty continues through its veterans and its historical contributions to U.S. military operations.
