HHB 1:11 FA

• Origins in World War I: HHB 1st Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Regiment (HHB 1/11 FA) traces its lineage back to June 1, 1917, when it was constituted in the Regular Army as Battery A, 11th Field Artillery, and organized at Camp Stewart, Texas. • Distinctive Nickname: The 11th Field Artillery is known as the "On Time" Battalion, a nickname earned during World War I for their prompt and reliable fire support in battle. • Service in World War II: The unit participated in major operations in the Pacific Theater, including the Leyte and Luzon campaigns in the Philippines, supporting infantry advances with accurate and timely artillery fire. • Korean War Action: HHB 1/11 FA saw extensive combat in Korea, providing critical artillery support during battles such as the Pusan Perimeter, Inchon Landing, and the drive to the Yalu River. • Vietnam War Deployments: The battalion supported the 25th Infantry Division during the Vietnam War, engaging in both fire support and base defense missions in the challenging terrain of Southeast Asia. • Multiple Decorations: The 11th Field Artillery Regiment has been awarded numerous unit citations, including Presidential Unit Citations and Meritorious Unit Commendations, for valor and excellence in combat. • Modernization: Over the years, HHB 1/11 FA has adapted to technological advancements, transitioning from horse-drawn artillery to self-propelled howitzers and precision-guided munitions. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: The battalion was deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, conducting fire missions, base security, and civil-military operations. • Community Ties in Hawaii: Currently, 1/11 FA is stationed at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, and maintains strong relationships with the local community through outreach and partnership programs. • Heraldry and Motto: The unit's distinctive unit insignia features a winged artillery shell symbolizing speed and accuracy, and its motto is "On Time," reflecting its storied legacy of dependable fire support.