About this Unit
Service Battery, 3rd Battalion, 75th Artillery (Svc Btry, 3d Bn, 75th Arty) traces its lineage to the 75th Artillery Regiment, which was constituted during World War I. The battalion and its service battery were reorganized and redesignated several times, serving prominently during the Cold War era as part of the U.S. Army’s field artillery forces. Service Battery’s primary mission was to provide logistical and administrative support to the firing batteries of the battalion, ensuring sustained artillery operations. Throughout its history, the unit supported various training and operational deployments, upholding the proud traditions of the 75th Artillery.
Historical Facts
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Lineage and Designation: Service Battery, 3rd Battalion, 75th Artillery was originally constituted during the Cold War era as part of the U.S. Army’s field artillery branch.
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Association with 75th Artillery: The 75th Artillery Regiment traces its roots to World War I, and its battalions, including the 3rd Battalion, have served in various capacities over the decades.
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Role of Service Battery: The Service Battery was responsible for logistics, ammunition supply, maintenance, and support to the firing batteries in the battalion, making it an essential component for sustained operations.
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Vietnam War Service: Elements of the 75th Artillery, including Service Batteries, supported combat operations in Vietnam, providing critical artillery fire and logistical support.
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Unit Redesignations: The 75th Artillery Regiment underwent several redesignations and reorganizations, with Service Battery 3rd Battalion later becoming part of the 75th Field Artillery Regiment.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 75th Artillery’s insignia features a red shield (for artillery) with a gold bend and a black cannon, symbolizing the unit’s mission and heritage.
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Cold War Deployments: During the Cold War, battalions of the 75th Artillery were stationed in Europe and the United States, prepared to support NATO operations if conflict broke out.
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Technological Advancements: The unit transitioned through several generations of field artillery weapons, from towed howitzers to self-propelled artillery systems during its history.
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Unit Motto: The 75th Artillery’s motto is “Paratus Facio” (“I Prepare”), reflecting the readiness and support role fulfilled by units like the Service Battery.
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Veteran Stories: Veterans of Service Battery, 3rd Battalion, 75th Artillery have shared stories of long convoys, quick resupply under fire, and the close camaraderie that developed among support troops during deployments and training missions.
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