Baron Albrecht Grudel first named and equipped those under his command and his sons have continued the tradition to this day. Tasked with protecting the batteries of cannons and mortar from the enemy, Grundel's Defenders have never failed in their honored duty. Discounting witchcraft and a few ill-fated misfires, Grundel's Defenders have yet to lose one of their precious war machines to a foe - a matter of great pride to the regiment.[1a]