B Battery 22nd FA

• Origins in World War I: B Battery, 22nd Field Artillery (FA), was originally constituted in 1916 and organized in 1917 at Camp Wilson, Texas as part of the U.S. Army’s WWI expansion. • World War II Service: The 22nd FA Battalion served in several major campaigns in Europe, including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. • Normandy Landings Support: B Battery was involved in providing artillery support during the D-Day invasion, assisting Allied troops as they advanced from the beaches into occupied France. • Cold War Deployments: During the Cold War, the 22nd FA was stationed in Germany as part of the U.S. Army’s commitment to NATO, helping deter Soviet aggression. • “Proud Americans” Nickname: The unit’s nickname, “Proud Americans,” reflects its distinguished service and esprit de corps throughout its history. • Modernization with Self-Propelled Howitzers: In the 1960s and 1970s, B Battery transitioned from towed artillery to self-propelled howitzers, such as the M109, enhancing its mobility and firepower. • Vietnam War Involvement: Elements of the 22nd FA provided fire support during the Vietnam War, aiding infantry and armored units in major operations. • Desert Storm Participation: B Battery, as part of the 1st Cavalry Division Artillery, played a key role in Operation Desert Storm, delivering accurate and devastating artillery barrages during the liberation of Kuwait. • Support in Operation Iraqi Freedom: The unit supported coalition forces during Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing critical artillery fire in the initial phases of the 2003 invasion and subsequent stability operations. • Decorations and Honors: B Battery, 22nd FA, has received numerous unit citations and campaign streamers for its valor and effectiveness, including the Presidential Unit Citation and the Valorous Unit Award.