214th Fires Brigade (United States)
The 214th Fires Brigade is a field artillery brigade of the United States Army. It is based at Fort Sill, Oklahoma and is a subordinate unit of the Fires Center of Excellence.
The brigade's primary mission is to provide long-range precision fires in support of unified land operations. This includes supporting maneuver commanders with suppressive, destructive, and counterfire capabilities. The 214th Fires Brigade typically operates with a variety of rocket and cannon artillery systems.
The brigade has a distinguished history, having participated in numerous campaigns, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. It has earned numerous awards and decorations for its service.
The 214th Fires Brigade consists of several subordinate battalions and batteries, typically including Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) units and Paladin self-propelled howitzer units. The specific composition of the brigade may vary depending on the operational requirements. The brigade's soldiers are trained in a wide range of artillery-related skills, including gunnery, fire support, and maintenance.