Teddy Rowe

The 4th Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment (4/64 Armor) is a distinguished armored unit of the United States Army with a proud lineage dating back to World War II. Reactivated and redesignated several times, 4/64 Armor served with the 3rd Infantry Division, notably participating in Operation Desert Storm in 1991, where it played a key role in the rapid armored advance into Iraq. The battalion also deployed during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003, spearheading the division’s drive to Baghdad and earning recognition for its combat effectiveness. Throughout its history, 4/64 Armor has exemplified the motto “We Pierce,” demonstrating valor and adaptability in both offensive and defensive operations.

The U.S. Armor School, established in 1940 at Fort Knox, Kentucky, became the premier institution for training American tank crews and developing armored warfare doctrine. Throughout World War II, the Korean War, and the Cold War, the school played a pivotal role in shaping U.S. armored tactics and technology. It provided instruction for officers, noncommissioned officers, and enlisted soldiers in all aspects of armored operations, maintenance, and leadership. In 2010, the Armor School relocated to Fort Benning, Georgia, as part of the Army's Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, but its legacy at Fort Knox remains a cornerstone of U.S. armored history.

The 2nd Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment (2/6th CAV) is a distinguished unit in the United States Army with a lineage dating back to its original formation in 1861 as part of the 3rd Cavalry Regiment. The squadron has served with distinction in numerous conflicts, including World War II, the Vietnam War, and recent operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Traditionally an armored reconnaissance and attack unit, 2/6th CAV has operated a variety of platforms, ranging from horses in its early history to modern AH-64 Apache helicopters. Today, it continues its mission of providing aerial reconnaissance, security, and attack capabilities as part of Army aviation forces.