About this Unit
Headquarters and Headquarters Support Battery, 3rd Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment (HHS 3/27 FA) is a U.S. Army unit with a distinguished history. The 27th Field Artillery Regiment was originally constituted in 1918 and has undergone several reorganizations and redesignations throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. The 3rd Battalion has been a key part of U.S. Army artillery operations, notably serving with advanced rocket artillery systems such as the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS). HHS 3/27 FA provides critical command, control, and logistical support to the battalion, enabling effective fire support in training and combat operations in various theaters, including deployments in support of Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom.
Historical Facts
• HHS 3/27 FA Overview: Headquarters and Headquarters Support (HHS) Battery, 3rd Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment (3-27 FA) is part of the 18th Field Artillery Brigade, stationed at Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg), North Carolina. The 3-27 FA is equipped with the HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System).
• Historical Roots: The 27th Field Artillery Regiment was originally constituted in 1918, serving with distinction in both World Wars and adapting to changing artillery technologies over the decades.
• MLRS to HIMARS: The unit transitioned from operating the M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) to the lighter and more mobile HIMARS, enhancing rapid deployment capabilities.
• Desert Storm Participation: The 3-27 FA played a vital role during Operation Desert Storm, providing long-range rocket artillery support to coalition forces in 1991.
• Global War on Terrorism: Elements of the battalion, including HHS, have deployed multiple times in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, showcasing their adaptability in modern warfare.
• Rapid Deployment Experts: 3-27 FA is part of the XVIII Airborne Corps and is known for its mission to deploy worldwide on short notice, reflecting the motto "Swift and Deadly."
• HHS Key Role: As the headquarters battery, HHS provides critical command, control, communications, logistics, and administrative support for the battalion’s firing batteries, ensuring mission success.
• First to Fire HIMARS in Afghanistan: 3-27 FA was among the first units to deploy and fire HIMARS rockets in Afghanistan, providing precision fires in rugged terrain.
• Training Innovation: HHS 3-27 FA has been at the forefront of integrating digital fire control and satellite communications into field artillery operations, enhancing accuracy and coordination.
• Unit Honors: The 27th Field Artillery Regiment, including 3-27 FA, has been awarded multiple unit commendations, including the Valorous Unit Award, for its performance in combat operations.
