USATC Armor 2d (A-2-1)

**USATC Armor 2d (A-2-1)** was a training unit within the United States Army Armor School at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Activated to provide basic and advanced armor training, the unit was responsible for instructing new soldiers in the operation, maintenance, and tactics of armored vehicles, particularly tanks. A-2-1 played a vital role in preparing armor crewmen and officers for assignments in armored and mechanized units around the world. Over the years, the unit adapted its curriculum and training methods to reflect the evolving technology and doctrine of armored warfare, contributing to the Army's readiness and combat effectiveness.