HHC 191st Ordnance Battalion

• Origins in World War II: The 191st Ordnance Battalion was originally constituted on 18 October 1943 in the Army of the United States and activated on 26 October 1943 at Camp Sutton, North Carolina. • European Service: During World War II, the battalion served in the European Theater, supporting Allied forces with critical ordnance supply and maintenance operations. • Decorations: The unit earned campaign streamers for its participation in significant campaigns, such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Post-War Service: After World War II, the battalion was inactivated on 1 June 1946 in Germany, reflecting the post-war drawdown of forces. • Cold War Reactivation: The 191st Ordnance Battalion was reactivated during the Cold War period, serving as part of the Regular Army and adapting to new challenges in global logistics. • Modern Mission: The battalion’s mission evolved to include command and control of subordinate ordnance companies, specializing in ammunition supply, maintenance, and explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) support. • Significant Deployments: Members of HHC, 191st Ordnance Battalion have deployed in support of Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom, ensuring critical ammunition and ordnance support to combat forces. • Unit Crest: The battalion’s distinctive unit insignia features a gold disc with a red annulet, symbolizing the unit’s commitment to providing munitions support and the dangerous nature of their mission. • Training and Readiness: HHC, 191st Ordnance Battalion is known for its rigorous training programs in ordnance handling, safety protocols, and logistics management, ensuring high readiness for deployment worldwide. • Community and Legacy: Over the years, the unit has built a proud legacy of service, with veterans and current members actively participating in military and community events, preserving the history and traditions of the 191st Ordnance Battalion.