BTRY B 2ND HOW BN. (SP) 101st. ARTY

• Lineage: Battery B, 2nd Howitzer Battalion (Self-Propelled), 101st Artillery traces its roots back to Massachusetts militia artillery units dating back to the American Revolution. • Nickname: The 101st Artillery has been known as the “Boston Light Artillery,” reflecting its origins in the Boston area and its service during the Civil War. • Modernization: The “(SP)” in the unit designation refers to “Self-Propelled,” indicating the unit was equipped with self-propelled howitzers, such as the M109, during the Cold War era. • Vietnam Service: Elements of the 101st Artillery, including B Battery, were mobilized and served in Vietnam, providing vital fire support for infantry operations. • Decorations: The unit and its predecessors have earned numerous campaign streamers and unit citations for service in multiple conflicts, including the Civil War, World War I, World War II, and Vietnam. • National Guard Ties: The 101st Artillery is part of the Massachusetts Army National Guard, serving both federal and state missions. • Historic Engagements: The unit’s lineage includes participation in the Battle of Gettysburg, the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, and the Battle of the Bulge. • Training: During the Cold War, BTRY B 2ND HOW BN (SP) 101st ARTY regularly trained at Fort Drum, NY, and participated in major NATO exercises. • Community Impact: Members of the unit have often been called upon to assist in domestic emergencies, such as the Blizzard of 1978 in Massachusetts. • Legacy: The 101st Artillery remains one of the oldest continuously serving artillery regiments in the United States, with a proud heritage carried by its subordinate batteries, including B Battery.