101st Forward Support Battalion

• Origins in WWII: The 101st Forward Support Battalion (FSB) traces its lineage back to World War II, where it was originally constituted as the 301st Quartermaster Battalion in 1942. • Association with 1st Infantry Division: The unit is most famously associated with the 1st Infantry Division, "The Big Red One," providing essential logistical and support services. • Name Changes: Over its history, the unit has undergone several redesignations, including being known as the 701st Ordnance Light Maintenance Company and later the 101st FSB. • Vietnam War Service: The battalion provided crucial support during the Vietnam War, enhancing the operational effectiveness of combat units in the field through supply and maintenance. • Gulf War Participation: The 101st Forward Support Battalion played a vital role in Operation Desert Storm, supporting the rapid advance of coalition forces into Iraq. • Motto: The unit's motto, "First to Support," reflects its dedication to being at the forefront of logistical operations for the 1st Infantry Division. • Deployment to Bosnia: The battalion was deployed to Bosnia and Herzegovina as part of NATO peacekeeping operations in the 1990s, supporting stabilization efforts in the region. • Transformation: As part of the Army's modular transformation, the 101st FSB was restructured to form part of the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, becoming the 101st Brigade Support Battalion in 2005. • Iraq and Afghanistan Deployments: The battalion has been deployed multiple times in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, providing medical, maintenance, and supply support to combat troops. • Unit Insignia: The battalion’s distinctive unit insignia features a red and gold shield, symbolizing support and readiness, with a wheel and sword denoting logistics and military capability.