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About 2:37th Armor

The 2nd Battalion, 37th Armor Regiment (2/37th Armor) is a storied unit of the United States Army with origins tracing back to World War II. Activated in 1941, the battalion fought with distinction in the European Theater as part of the 4th Armored Division, playing a key role in the breakout from Normandy and the relief of Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge. Throughout the Cold War, 2/37th Armor was stationed in Germany, serving as a deterrent against Soviet aggression. In more recent years, the unit has deployed in support of Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom, continuing its legacy of excellence in armored warfare.

Unit Members

Eugene Nibbelink

U.S. Army

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Rodney Gay

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Photos

Boot Camp

Company C 1st Bn. 38th Inf. Regt. • U.S. Army • 1989

1980

101st airborne division • U.S. Army

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New uniform for wedding

82nd Airborne • U.S. Army • 2018

About 2:37th Armor

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins: The 2nd Battalion, 37th Armored Regiment (2/37th Armor) traces its lineage back to the original 37th Armor Regiment, which was constituted in 1941 during World War II. • World War II Service: The unit fought in several key campaigns in the European Theater, including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Battle of the Bulge: 2/37th Armor played a critical role in the Battle of the Bulge, helping to repel the German counteroffensive in late 1944 and early 1945. • Cold War Deployment: During the Cold War, the battalion was stationed in Germany as part of the U.S. Army’s forward-deployed forces to deter Soviet aggression. • Operation Desert Storm: 2/37th Armor was attached to the 1st Infantry Division ("Big Red One") and participated in the ground offensive that liberated Kuwait in 1991. • Iraq War: The battalion deployed multiple times to Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom, taking part in key operations in Baghdad and other areas. • Nickname: The unit is known as the "Iron Dukes," a nickname reflecting its strength and resilience. • Modern Equipment: 2/37th Armor currently operates the M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank, one of the most advanced tanks in the world. • Decorations: The battalion has received numerous decorations, including Presidential Unit Citations and Valorous Unit Awards for its actions in World War II and the Gulf War. • Current Assignment: As of 2024, 2/37th Armor is part of the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas, continuing its legacy of excellence.