About this Unit
C Company, 67th Signal Battalion, traces its lineage to the activation of the 67th Signal Battalion on 30 April 1943 at Camp Van Dorn, Mississippi. Throughout World War II, the battalion provided critical communications support in the European Theater, including operations in France and Germany. In subsequent conflicts, including the Gulf War and Operation Iraqi Freedom, C Company deployed to deliver tactical communications and information systems support to joint and coalition forces. Today, C Co. 67th Signal Battalion continues its mission of enabling secure and reliable communications for the U.S. Army, adapting to evolving technologies and operational requirements.
Historical Facts
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Activation and Origins: Charlie Company, 67th Signal Battalion (C Co. 67th Signal) traces its lineage to the original activation of the 67th Signal Battalion on 1 May 1943 at Camp Van Dorn, Mississippi, during World War II.
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World War II Service: The battalion, including C Company, provided vital communications support throughout the European Theater, ensuring command and control during major campaigns including Normandy and the Rhineland.
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Post-War Inactivation and Reactivation: After World War II, the battalion was inactivated in 1946, but reactivated at various times, most notably in 1967 at Fort Riley, Kansas, during the Vietnam War era, adapting to new communication technologies.
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Gulf War Deployment: C Co. 67th Signal played a key role in Operation Desert Storm, deploying to Southwest Asia to provide tactical communications for the XVIII Airborne Corps, supporting fast-moving operations during the ground war.
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Technological Advancements: Over the decades, the company transitioned from wire and radio communications to modern digital and satellite systems, staying at the forefront of military communications technology.
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Global War on Terror: Following 9/11, C Co. 67th Signal deployed multiple times in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, establishing critical communication networks in austere environments.
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Hurricane Katrina Response: The company was mobilized for domestic operations, providing emergency communications support to FEMA and first responders in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia: The battalion’s insignia, worn proudly by C Company soldiers, features a blue shield and golden lightning bolt, symbolizing swift and reliable communications.
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Women in the Ranks: C Co. 67th Signal has been at the forefront of integrating women into technical and leadership roles, reflecting broader changes in the U.S. Army’s approach to diversity and inclusion.
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Community Engagement: Based at Fort Gordon, Georgia, the company routinely participates in local outreach and STEM education, sharing its expertise in communications technology with the surrounding community.
