About this Unit
The Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), 191st Ordnance Battalion, traces its lineage to World War II, when it was constituted on 18 October 1944 in the Army of the United States. Activated in France, the battalion provided vital ordnance support throughout the European Theater, ensuring the repair, maintenance, and supply of critical equipment. Over the decades, the 191st Ordnance Battalion has participated in numerous operations, adapting to evolving logistical demands during the Cold War, Operation Desert Storm, and the Global War on Terrorism. Today, HHC 191st Ordnance Battalion continues its mission of supporting U.S. Army readiness with expertise in ammunition management and explosive ordnance disposal.
Historical Facts
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Origins in World War II: The 191st Ordnance Battalion was originally constituted on 18 October 1943 in the Army of the United States and activated on 26 October 1943 at Camp Sutton, North Carolina.
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European Service: During World War II, the battalion served in the European Theater, supporting Allied forces with critical ordnance supply and maintenance operations.
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Decorations: The unit earned campaign streamers for its participation in significant campaigns, such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe.
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Post-War Service: After World War II, the battalion was inactivated on 1 June 1946 in Germany, reflecting the post-war drawdown of forces.
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Cold War Reactivation: The 191st Ordnance Battalion was reactivated during the Cold War period, serving as part of the Regular Army and adapting to new challenges in global logistics.
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Modern Mission: The battalion’s mission evolved to include command and control of subordinate ordnance companies, specializing in ammunition supply, maintenance, and explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) support.
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Significant Deployments: Members of HHC, 191st Ordnance Battalion have deployed in support of Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom, ensuring critical ammunition and ordnance support to combat forces.
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Unit Crest: The battalion’s distinctive unit insignia features a gold disc with a red annulet, symbolizing the unit’s commitment to providing munitions support and the dangerous nature of their mission.
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Training and Readiness: HHC, 191st Ordnance Battalion is known for its rigorous training programs in ordnance handling, safety protocols, and logistics management, ensuring high readiness for deployment worldwide.
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Community and Legacy: Over the years, the unit has built a proud legacy of service, with veterans and current members actively participating in military and community events, preserving the history and traditions of the 191st Ordnance Battalion.
