About this Unit
The 2nd Battalion, 319th Regiment (2/319th), assigned to the 7th Brigade of the 80th Training Division (TNG), has a storied history within the United States Army Reserve. Originally constituted during World War I, the 319th Regiment later became part of the 80th Division, supporting training and readiness missions. During the late 20th and early 21st centuries, 2/319th played a critical role in training Army Reserve and National Guard soldiers, preparing them for mobilization and deployment. As an integral element of the 80th Training Command, the battalion continues its legacy of excellence in soldier instruction and readiness operations.
Historical Facts
• World War I Origins: The 319th Field Artillery Regiment, to which 2/319th belongs, was originally constituted in the National Army in 1917 and served with distinction in World War I as part of the 82nd Division.
• Historic Redesignations: Over its history, the 319th has undergone multiple redesignations, reflecting changes in Army structure, from Field Artillery to Airborne and then to Training (TNG) units.
• Training Mission: As part of the 80th Division (Training), the 2/319th (2nd Battalion, 319th Regiment) was tasked with providing training to new Army recruits and reserve component soldiers, preparing them for active duty assignments.
• 7th Brigade Association: Within the 80th Division, the 2/319th operated under the 7th Brigade, one of several brigades responsible for large-scale training operations across multiple states.
• Reserve Component: The unit is part of the U.S. Army Reserve, playing a key role in maintaining readiness and providing trained soldiers to support both domestic and overseas missions.
• Notable Locations: The 80th Division and its subordinate units, including the 2/319th, have operated training sites in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and other locations throughout the eastern United States.
• Motto and Insignia: The 319th Regiment’s motto is “LOYALTY,” and its distinctive unit insignia features a red shield with a white cross, symbolizing its artillery roots and proud heritage.
• Post-9/11 Deployments: Members of 2/319th and the 80th Division supported the Global War on Terror by training deploying units and Individual Mobilization Augmentees, ensuring mission readiness for operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
• Decorations and Honors: The 319th Regiment as a whole, including its various battalions, has earned campaign participation credits and unit citations for service in World War I, World War II, and more recent training excellence.
• Transformation and Modernization: In the 21st century, the 2/319th continues to adapt, embracing new Army training methodologies and technologies to prepare the next generation of soldiers for evolving threats and missions.
