173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team
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| Unit name | 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Type | Airborne |
| Role | Infantry |
| Size | Brigade |
| Command structure | V Corps |
| Garrison | Vicenza, Italy |
| Engagements | Vietnam War, War in Afghanistan (2001–2021), Iraq War |
| Decorations | Presidential Unit Citation, Valorous Unit Award, Meritorious Unit Commendation |
173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team is an airborne Infantry brigade of the United States Army based in Vicenza, Italy. The brigade is part of V Corps and has seen combat in Vietnam War, War in Afghanistan (2001–2021), and Iraq War, alongside other notable operations with the NATO, United Nations, and Coalition forces. The brigade has worked closely with the British Army, French Army, and Australian Army in various deployments. The brigade's operations have been supported by the United States Air Force, United States Navy, and United States Marine Corps.
● History
The 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team was activated in 1963 at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and was initially composed of 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, and other supporting units, including the 2nd Battalion, 319th Field Artillery Regiment. The brigade's first major deployment was to Vietnam in 1965, where it participated in several key battles, including the Battle of Dong Xoai and the Battle of Tuy Hoa. The brigade worked closely with the Army of the Republic of Vietnam, South Korean army, and Australian Army during the conflict. The brigade was also supported by the United States Army Special Forces, CIA, and MACV-SOG.
● Organization
The 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team is composed of several battalions, including the 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, and the 2nd Battalion, 319th Field Artillery Regiment. The brigade also includes the 173rd Support Battalion, 173rd Signal Company, and the 173rd Military Intelligence Company. The brigade has worked closely with other units, including the 101st Airborne Division, 82nd Airborne Division, and the 10th Mountain Division. The brigade's operations are supported by the United States Army Europe, United States European Command, and Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe.
● Operations
The 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team has participated in several notable operations, including Operation Hump, Operation Junction City, and Operation Enduring Freedom. The brigade has also been involved in several peacekeeping and humanitarian missions, including Operation Joint Guardian in Kosovo and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The brigade has worked closely with the United Nations Mission in Kosovo, NATO Kosovo Force, and the Coalition Provisional Authority. The brigade's operations have been supported by the United States Department of State, United States Agency for International Development, and the United States Department of Defense.
● Notable_commanders
The 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team has had several notable commanders, including General Creighton Abrams, General William Westmoreland, and General Norman Schwarzkopf Jr.. The brigade has also been commanded by Lieutenant General Daniel Akerson, Major General John R. Allen Jr., and Brigadier General Mark Milley. The brigade's commanders have worked closely with other notable military leaders, including General David Petraeus, General Stanley McChrystal, and General Martin Dempsey. The brigade's operations have been supported by the Joint Chiefs of Staff, National Security Council, and the United States Congress.
● Decorations
The 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team has received several decorations, including the Presidential Unit Citation, Valorous Unit Award, and the Meritorious Unit Commendation. The brigade has also been awarded the French Croix de Guerre, Belgian Fourragère, and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross. The brigade's decorations are a testament to its bravery and service, and the brigade continues to be a key component of the United States Army and the NATO alliance, working closely with the European Union, United Nations, and other international organizations. The brigade's operations have been recognized by the United States Senate, United States House of Representatives, and the White House.
Category:Military units and formations of the United States