Andrew Cortez

The 4th Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment (Airborne), particularly Alpha Company (A/CO), traces its lineage to the historic 68th Armor Regiment, established during World War II. Reactivated and designated as an airborne unit, the 4-68th Armor became notable for its integration of armored tactics with airborne operations, often training alongside paratrooper units to ensure rapid deployment and armored support behind enemy lines. During its service, A/CO 4-68th Armor ABN participated in major training exercises and served as a critical armored element within the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The unit was recognized for its adaptability and effectiveness until its inactivation during post-Cold War force restructuring in the mid-1990s.

82nd Airborne

U.S. Army

The 82nd Airborne Division is a specialized infantry division of the United States Army. It is known for its rapid deployment capability and ability to conduct airborne operations. The division has a long and storied history, playing a crucial role in World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, Operation Urgent Fury in Grenada, Operation Just Cause in Panama, the Gulf War, and more recently in Iraq and Afghanistan. The 82nd Airborne Division is based at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and remains one of the most highly trained and ready divisions in the U.S. Army.