Battery C 5th BN 67th Artillery

• Vietnam War Service: Battery C, 5th Battalion, 67th Artillery, served with distinction during the Vietnam War, providing critical fire support for infantry and armored units. • Part of the 9th Infantry Division: During Vietnam, the 5th Battalion, 67th Artillery was attached to the 9th Infantry Division, operating mainly in the Mekong Delta region. • Nickname – “Redlegs”: Artillery personnel are often called "Redlegs" due to the red stripe on their uniform trousers, a tradition dating back to the Civil War. • Fire Support Base Operations: Battery C often operated from temporary Fire Support Bases (FSBs) such as FSB Cudgel, FSB Jaeger, and others, moving frequently to support combat operations. • M102 Howitzer Use: In Vietnam, Battery C was equipped with the lightweight, air-mobile M102 105mm howitzer, which allowed rapid deployment in challenging terrain. • Tet Offensive Participation: The battery played a key role during the Tet Offensive of 1968, providing defensive and offensive fire missions during some of the war’s fiercest fighting. • Decorations and Citations: The 5th Battalion, 67th Artillery and its batteries received multiple unit citations for valor and meritorious service in combat. • Legacy of Service: The lineage of the 67th Artillery can be traced back to World War I, and the unit has participated in numerous major conflicts throughout the 20th century. • Personal Stories: Veterans from Battery C have recalled intense night fire missions, close encounters with enemy sappers, and the camaraderie that helped them endure harsh conditions. • Deactivation and Current Status: After returning from Vietnam, the 5th Battalion, 67th Artillery was eventually inactivated as part of Army restructuring, but its legacy lives on through veterans’ organizations and historical records.