82nd Field Artillery Regiment
82nd Field Artillery Regiment is a field artillery regiment of the United States Army. The regiment has been involved in American conflicts dating back to the Mexican Civil War, as well as modern operations such as the War on Terrorism. There are two active and three inactive battalions in the regiment. Traditionally, the regiment has been aligned with the 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Cavazos, Texas and Fort Bliss, Texas.
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| Active | 1917—present |
| Country | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Type | Field Artillery |
| Part of | 1st Cavalry Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Fort Cavazos, Fort Bliss |
| Nickname(s) | Dragons |
| Motto(s) | "Can and Will" |
| Colors | Crimson, Obsidian, White |
| Engagements | Border War
World War II
Korean War
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| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Ernest J. Dawley |
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