About this Unit
The Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), 84th Ordnance Battalion was originally constituted on 10 March 1944 in the Army of the United States as Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 84th Ordnance Battalion. The unit was activated shortly thereafter on 20 March 1944 at Camp Bowie, Texas, and served during World War II, providing vital ordnance support to combat operations in the European Theater. Over the decades, the battalion has undergone several activations and inactivations, with notable service during the Vietnam War, where it managed ammunition and explosive ordnance disposal operations. Today, the HHC, 84th Ordnance Battalion continues its mission, supporting U.S. Army operations with expertise in ordnance logistics and explosive ordnance disposal.
Historical Facts
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Formation and World War II Service:
The 84th Ordnance Battalion was originally constituted on 27 June 1941 and activated at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, serving as a key logistics and maintenance unit during World War II.
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European Theater Operations:
During World War II, the battalion played a crucial role in ordnance maintenance and supply across the European Theater, supporting Allied forces as they advanced through France, Belgium, and Germany.
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Post-War Reorganizations:
After World War II, the 84th Ordnance Battalion underwent several inactivations and reactivations, reflecting the changing needs of the U.S. Army during the Cold War era.
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Vietnam War Contributions:
The unit was reactivated and deployed to Vietnam, where it provided essential ammunition support, maintenance, and logistics for U.S. forces throughout the conflict.
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Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC):
The HHC, 84th Ordnance Battalion, serves as the command and control element, responsible for administrative, operational, and logistical support to all subordinate companies and detachments.
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Korean Peninsula Presence:
In the post-Vietnam era, the battalion was stationed in South Korea, where it provided ordnance support and played a vital role in maintaining readiness on the Korean Peninsula.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia:
The battalion's insignia features a gold key and an ordnance shell, symbolizing security and the unit's ammunition mission.
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Global War on Terrorism:
The 84th Ordnance Battalion has supported operations during the Global War on Terrorism, including deployments in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.
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Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Training:
The battalion has included EOD units responsible for the detection, identification, and disposal of explosive threats, both in combat zones and stateside.
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Legacy of Excellence:
Over its history, HHC 84th Ordnance Battalion has earned numerous campaign streamers and commendations, maintaining a reputation for professionalism and mission success in support of Army operations worldwide.
