The 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment (1/14th Infantry), known as the “Golden Dragons,” has a distinguished history dating back to its formation in 1861. The unit served with valor in the American Civil War and participated in numerous campaigns during the Indian Wars, the Philippine-American War, and World War II. During the Vietnam War, the 1/14th Infantry earned multiple commendations for its actions in major operations. In more recent decades, the battalion has deployed in support of peacekeeping missions, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom, continuing its legacy of service as part of the U.S. Army’s 25th Infantry Division.