1st Squadron 102nd Cavalry Regiment Troop A (WPE9A0)

by | Mar 2, 2015

The 1st Squadron, 102nd Cavalry Regiment is part of the New Jersey Army National Guard. Let’s explore some details about this squadron:

  1. Lineage and History:
    • The 102nd Cavalry Regiment has a rich history, first established in 1913.
    • It saw service in World War II and played a significant role during that time.
    • The regiment was designated as the 102nd Cavalry on August 17, 1921, originating from the 1st New Jersey Cavalry Regiment with its headquarters in Newark.
    • During World War II, the 102nd Cavalry Group (Mechanized) fought in northwest Europe with the V Corps, participating in campaigns such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe11.
    • Following postwar reorganizations, the unit was consolidated with the 117th Cavalry Regiment in 2008, becoming the 102nd Cavalry Regiment11.
  2. Campaign Participation:
    • The 102nd Cavalry Regiment participated in campaigns such as Meuse-Argonne, Alsace 1918, Rome-Arno, Normandy (with arrowhead), Northern France, Southern France (with arrowhead), Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, Central Europe, and the War on Terrorism (Iraqi Surge and National Resolution)11.
  3. Decorations:
    • The regiment received the French Croix de Guerre with Palm for its service during World War II.
    • It also played a significant role in the Beaches of Normandy campaign11.