About this Unit
C Company, 2nd Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment (C Co. 2/64 Armor), traces its lineage to the formation of the 64th Armor Regiment in 1942. The battalion has served with distinction in numerous conflicts, including World War II, where it fought in North Africa and Europe as part of the 3rd Infantry Division. During the Cold War, C Co. 2/64 Armor was stationed in Germany, serving as a key armored force in NATO’s defense posture. More recently, the company deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, demonstrating adaptability and valor in modern armored warfare.
Historical Facts
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Origins and Lineage: C Company, 2nd Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment (C Co, 2/64 AR) traces its roots to the 64th Tank Battalion, originally constituted in 1941, serving with distinction in World War II.
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World War II Service: The battalion, including C Company, fought in key campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, earning several campaign streamers and a reputation for aggressive armored tactics.
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Cold War in Germany: During the Cold War, C Co 2/64 Armor was stationed in West Germany, primarily at Ferris Barracks, Erlangen, as part of the 3rd Infantry Division, tasked with defending against potential Warsaw Pact aggression.
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Operation Desert Storm: C Co 2/64 Armor deployed to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait in 1990–1991, participating in the ground assault that liberated Kuwait. The unit was among the first to breach Iraqi defensive lines.
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Modernization: The company transitioned through several generations of tanks, from the M60 series to the advanced M1 Abrams main battle tank, keeping pace with evolving armored warfare technology.
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Peacekeeping in the Balkans: Elements of 2/64 Armor, including C Company, participated in peacekeeping operations in Bosnia and Kosovo in the late 1990s and early 2000s, supporting NATO missions.
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Operation Iraqi Freedom: C Co 2/64 Armor was deployed to Iraq during the initial invasion in 2003 and in subsequent rotations, conducting combat operations, patrols, and stability missions in Baghdad and surrounding areas.
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Unit Motto: The 64th Armor Regiment's motto is "We Pierce", reflecting the unit's tradition of breaking through enemy defenses in armored assaults.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit's insignia features a mailed fist clenching a lightning bolt, symbolizing power and swift action, a fitting emblem for a frontline armored company.
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Legacy and Honors: C Co 2/64 Armor shares in the battalion's numerous decorations, including Presidential Unit Citations, Valorous Unit Awards, and foreign honors, testifying to its long tradition of excellence and valor in combat.
