1:35th Field Artillery Bn

• Origins: The 1st Battalion, 35th Field Artillery (1/35th FA) was first constituted on 5 July 1918 in the National Army as Battery A, 35th Field Artillery, an element of the 12th Division. • World War I Service: Though the unit was organized during World War I, it did not see overseas action before the war ended and was demobilized in 1919. • World War II Reorganization: The battalion was reconstituted and assigned to several divisions during World War II, including activation at Camp Shelby, Mississippi, in January 1942. • Cold War Presence: The 1/35th Field Artillery was stationed in Germany as part of the U.S. Army’s commitment to NATO during the Cold War, most notably at Bamberg and other locations. • Vietnam War Service: Elements of the 35th Field Artillery served in Vietnam, providing crucial fire support for U.S. and allied ground operations. • Unit Motto: The official motto of the 35th Field Artillery Regiment is “En Avant Toujours,” French for “Forward Always.” • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit's insignia features a red shield with a gold bend and a cannon, symbolizing its artillery heritage and combat readiness. • Operation Desert Storm: The 1/35th FA participated in Operation Desert Storm, providing artillery support during the liberation of Kuwait in 1991. • Modern Era: In recent years, 1/35th FA has supported training missions, including service at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, as part of the U.S. Army’s artillery training and doctrine command. • Decorations and Honors: The battalion and its parent regiment have received multiple honors and campaign streamers, including Meritorious Unit Commendations for service in Vietnam and Southwest Asia.