1:129th FA

```html • Historic Lineage: The 1st Battalion, 129th Field Artillery Regiment (1-129th FA) traces its origins to 1838, initially established as the Missouri Volunteer Militia. • Civil War Service: Elements of the unit served in the Union Army during the American Civil War, participating in major battles as part of Missouri’s volunteer regiments. • World War I: The 129th Field Artillery Regiment was assigned to the 35th "Santa Fe" Infantry Division and fought in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive in 1918. • Harry S. Truman Connection: Future U.S. President Harry S. Truman commanded Battery D, 129th Field Artillery during World War I. • World War II Actions: The 1-129th FA again deployed with the 35th Infantry Division, supporting operations in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Presidential Honors: President Truman maintained close ties with the unit for the rest of his life, attending reunions and celebrating its legacy. • Modern Deployments: The battalion deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2005-2007 and again in 2009-2010, providing artillery and security support. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit’s insignia features a red shield with a gold fleur-de-lis, symbolizing its service in France during both World Wars. • State and Federal Missions: As a Missouri Army National Guard unit, 1-129th FA has supported both state disaster relief (such as flood and tornado response) and federal combat operations. • Nickname and Motto: Known as “Truman’s Own,” the battalion’s motto is “SEND YOUR MISSION,” reflecting its readiness and historic artillery mission. ```