HQ DET THIRD USA Spt Elm (WOJAA), FT McPherson, Ga, 3rd US Army

• Historical Legacy: The 3rd United States Army, also known as "Third Army" or "Patton's Own," was activated in 1918 and played a crucial role in World War I, World War II, and subsequent conflicts. • Headquarters Location: HQ DET THIRD USA Spt Elm (WOJAA) was stationed at Fort McPherson, Georgia, which served as the historic home for the Third Army's headquarters for many decades. • Patton’s Command: During World War II, the Third Army was famously commanded by General George S. Patton, leading the rapid Allied advance across France and into Germany. • Support Element Role: The HQ DET THIRD USA Spt Elm (WOJAA) provided essential administrative, logistical, and operational support to the Third Army’s headquarters staff, ensuring mission readiness. • Wartime Innovations: The Third Army pioneered the use of mobile warfare and logistical support, enabling fast-moving armored advances that became hallmarks of US Army strategy. • Cold War Era: After WWII, the Third Army was assigned to US Army Forces Command and played a key role in Cold War readiness and training, including large-scale exercises and mobilizations. • Operation Desert Storm: Elements of the Third Army participated in the Gulf War, providing command and control as well as logistical support for coalition ground forces. • Fort McPherson’s Closure: Fort McPherson was officially closed in 2011 as part of the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, marking the end of an era for the Third Army’s historic headquarters. • WOJAA Code: The unit designation "WOJAA" is a unique Army Unit Identification Code (UIC) used for tracking, deployment, and administrative purposes within the Department of Defense. • Unit Motto: The Third Army’s motto, "Tertia Semper Prima" ("Third, Always First"), reflects its enduring reputation for operational excellence and leadership in the US Army.