1:109th FA

• Historic Origins: The 1st Battalion, 109th Field Artillery Regiment (1/109th FA) traces its lineage back to 1840, originally organized as the "Wyoming Artillerists" in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. • Civil War Service: The unit served as Battery B, 1st Pennsylvania Light Artillery during the Civil War, participating in major battles including Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Gettysburg. • Spanish-American War: Members of the unit served during the Spanish-American War in 1898, mustered into federal service as part of the Pennsylvania National Guard. • World War I: Redesignated as the 109th Field Artillery, the unit served with the 28th Infantry Division ("Keystone Division") in France, providing crucial artillery support during the Second Battle of the Marne and Meuse-Argonne Offensive. • World War II: The 1/109th FA fought in five major European campaigns, including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace (the Battle of the Bulge), and Central Europe. • Cold War Era: During the Cold War, the 1/109th FA served as part of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, maintaining readiness and participating in numerous training exercises both at home and abroad. • September 11th Response: After the 9/11 attacks, the 1/109th FA was mobilized for Operation Noble Eagle, providing homeland security at critical sites in Pennsylvania. • Global War on Terrorism: The battalion has deployed several times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, providing artillery and security support in combat zones. • Community Service: The 1/109th FA is deeply rooted in its local communities, often providing disaster relief during floods, blizzards, and other emergencies in Pennsylvania. • Tradition of Excellence: The motto of the 1/109th FA is "Cives Arma Ferant" ("Let the Citizens Bear Arms"), reflecting its proud tradition as a citizen-soldier unit serving the nation for over 180 years.