William Korner

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.

The Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 42nd Field Artillery (HHB 42nd FA) has a distinguished lineage within the United States Army. Constituted in 1918 during World War I, the unit served as a critical command and control element for artillery operations. Over the decades, HHB 42nd FA participated in major conflicts, including World War II and the Cold War, adapting to evolving artillery technology and doctrine. Today, the unit continues its legacy by providing leadership, coordination, and support for field artillery missions, ensuring effective fire support for maneuver forces.

The 6th Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment (6/68th Armor) traces its lineage to the formation of the 68th Armor Regiment in 1940 as part of the U.S. Army’s armored force expansion during World War II. Throughout its service, elements of the unit participated in key campaigns in Europe, including the Rhineland and Central Europe operations. During the Cold War, 6/68th Armor was stationed in West Germany as part of the U.S. Army’s forward-deployed forces, contributing to NATO’s deterrence mission. The battalion continued to serve in various capacities until its inactivation, reflecting the evolving structure and needs of the U.S. Army’s armored forces.