About this Unit
Company C, 3rd Battalion, 79th Field Artillery (C/3-79 FA) traces its lineage to the 79th Field Artillery Regiment, which was constituted in the National Army in 1917 and has served with distinction in various conflicts. Reactivated and reorganized multiple times, elements of the 3rd Battalion provided crucial artillery support during both World War II and the Cold War, adapting to changes in technology and doctrine. In recent decades, Company C has played a key role in training and readiness at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, supporting both active duty and reserve component soldiers. Renowned for its professionalism, C/3-79 FA continues to uphold the traditions of excellence and service that define the United States Army Field Artillery.
Historical Facts
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Lineage and Activation: Company C, 3rd Battalion, 79th Field Artillery (C/3-79 FA) traces its roots to the 79th Field Artillery Regiment, which was constituted in the National Army in 1917 and assigned to the 7th Division during World War I.
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World War II Service: The 79th Field Artillery saw action in the European Theater during World War II, participating in campaigns such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe.
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Cold War Era: During the Cold War, elements of the 79th Field Artillery, including C/3-79 FA, were stationed in Germany as part of the United States Army’s forward-deployed forces, contributing to NATO’s defense posture.
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Training Role at Fort Sill: In the modern era, 3rd Battalion, 79th Field Artillery was reactivated as a Basic Combat Training (BCT) unit at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, where Company C became known for shaping new soldiers.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 79th Field Artillery’s insignia features a red shield with a gold diagonal stripe and a black horse’s head, symbolizing the regiment’s origins as a horse-drawn artillery unit.
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Gulf War Service: Elements of the battalion supported operations during the Gulf War, providing critical field artillery support in the liberation of Kuwait.
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Transformation and Modularity: During the Army’s transformation towards modular Brigade Combat Teams, elements of 3-79 FA were inactivated, reflagged, or assigned new missions, reflecting the Army’s changing structure.
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Notable Alumni: Several distinguished Army leaders and Medal of Honor recipients have served in the 79th Field Artillery Regiment or its descendant units over the decades.
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Motto: The regiment's motto is "Our Country – Our Regiment," emphasizing the unit’s loyalty and dedication to both nation and fellow soldiers.
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Traditions and Legacy: As a basic training company, C/3-79 FA has played a vital role in mentoring and developing thousands of new soldiers, instilling Army values and traditions that carry forward into the wider force.
