Arturo Rodriguez

The 69th Signal Company was originally constituted during World War II to provide critical communications support for U.S. Army operations in the European Theater. Activated in 1942, the unit played a vital role in establishing and maintaining signal networks during key campaigns, including the Normandy landings and subsequent advances across France and Germany. After the war, the 69th Signal Company underwent several reactivations and reorganizations, serving in various capacities during the Cold War era and supporting contingency operations worldwide. Today, the 69th Signal Company continues its mission of delivering reliable, secure communications to support Army command and control in diverse operational environments.

The 304th Signal Battalion was first constituted on 18 October 1944 in the Army of the United States and activated at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma. The unit provided critical communications support during World War II, serving in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater. Reactivated during the Korean War, the 304th Signal Battalion played a vital role in maintaining secure and reliable communications for United States and allied forces. In more recent years, the battalion has supported operations in South Korea, contributing to the readiness and effectiveness of the United States Forces Korea (USFK) through advanced signal and communication capabilities.

36th Infantry Division

U.S. Army

The 36th Infantry Division is a Texas-based division of the United States Army National Guard. It was originally activated in 1917 and has since been involved in several major conflicts including both World Wars, the Korean War, and the Global War on Terrorism. The division's insignia, a T-patch, represents its nickname "Texas Division" and its unit motto "T-Patchers." The 36th Infantry Division is known for its bravery, tenacity, and commitment to serving and protecting the United States and its allies.

The 3rd Signal Brigade was activated in 1964 at Fort Hood, Texas, as part of the U.S. Army's growing need for advanced communications support during the Cold War. The brigade provided vital signal and information systems, supporting III Corps and U.S. Army operations both at home and during overseas missions, including deployments in support of Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Throughout its history, the 3rd Signal Brigade was recognized for its technical innovation and commitment to mission readiness. The unit was inactivated in April 2007, with its lineage and mission integrated into other Army signal commands.