HHS 3:27 FA

• 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.