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One of three basic maneuver units of the 1st Armored Division, US Army From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division is an Armored Brigade Combat Team of the United States Army, stationed at Fort Bliss, TX.[1]
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| 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team of the 1st Armored Division | |
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 Insignia of the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division of the United States Army | |
| Country | USA |
| Branch | Regular Army |
| Type | Armored brigade combat team |
| Part of | 1st Armored Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Fort Bliss |
| Nickname(s) | "Ready First" |
| Engagements | World War II Operation Iraqi Freedom |
First organized in 1942, as Combat Command A, 1st Armored Division, the unit has fought in North Africa and Italy in World War II,[2] as well as 4 tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom. As the 3rd Constabulary Regiment, the brigade conducted stability operations in Germany after World War II. After service at Fort Hood and in Germany during the Cold War, the brigade conducted three peacekeeping rotations in the Balkans (Bosnia, Macedonia and Kosovo).
The current organization of the brigade, as of November 2019, is as follows;[1]
The 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division participated in the World War II campaigns of: Tunisia; Naples-Foggia; Anzio; Rome-Arno; North Apennines; and Po Valley.[2]
In the War On Terrorism, the brigade has participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Freedom Sentinel.
Headquarters Company additionally entitled to:
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