Arnold Banks

E Battery (Aviation), 82nd Artillery, 1st Cavalry Division, was an aviation artillery unit activated during the Vietnam War. As part of the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), E Battery provided critical aerial artillery support, operating primarily with helicopter gunships and observation aircraft. The unit played a vital role in reconnaissance, fire support, and aerial coordination during major operations, including the battles in the Central Highlands and the famous Ia Drang campaign. Their innovative use of helicopters for artillery spotting and fire missions marked a significant evolution in U.S. Army tactics during the conflict.