The 1st Battalion, 52nd Infantry Regiment (1-52 IN) traces its lineage back to its initial constitution in 1917 and has served with distinction in multiple conflicts. The unit saw action in World War II as part of the 4th Infantry Division, participating in campaigns across Europe, including the Normandy invasion and the liberation of France. During the Vietnam War, the battalion provided critical security and combat operations, adapting to changing warfare environments. In more recent years, 1-52 IN has served as a part of U.S. Army Alaska, focusing on infantry and reconnaissance missions in challenging Arctic conditions.