4:27th FA

• Origins: The 4th Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment (4/27th FA) traces its lineage back to the 27th Field Artillery, which was constituted in 1918 at Camp McClellan, Alabama. • World War II Service: The 27th FA served with distinction during World War II as part of the 1st Armored Division, participating in campaigns in North Africa and Italy. • Nickname – "Iron Thunder": 4/27th FA earned the nickname "Iron Thunder" in recognition of their powerful support as part of the 1st Armored Division, also known as "Old Ironsides." • Cold War Deployments: During the Cold War, 4/27th FA was stationed in Germany, providing a deterrent against the Soviet threat and participating in numerous NATO exercises. • Operation Desert Storm: 4/27th FA played a crucial role in the 1991 Gulf War, providing artillery support during the liberation of Kuwait and receiving the Valorous Unit Award for their actions. • Modernization: The unit has transitioned through various artillery systems, from the M109A2/A3 self-propelled howitzers to the advanced Paladin (M109A6) system. • Peacekeeping Missions: Elements of 4/27th FA have participated in peacekeeping and stabilization missions in the Balkans, including Bosnia and Kosovo, during the late 1990s. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: 4/27th FA deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing fire support, convoy security, and training Iraqi security forces. • Community Involvement: The battalion has a strong tradition of community outreach, regularly participating in local events and veteran support activities both in the U.S. and overseas. • Heraldry: The unit’s distinctive insignia features a red shield and a gold artillery shell, symbolizing their heritage and mission as field artillerymen.