69th

The 69th Infantry Regiment, famously known as the "Fighting 69th," is a distinguished unit of the United States Army with roots dating back to 1849 as part of the New York State Militia. The regiment earned renown during the American Civil War, fighting valiantly in major battles such as Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Gettysburg as part of the Irish Brigade. In World War I, the 69th was redesignated as the 165th Infantry Regiment and served with great distinction on the Western Front. The unit continued its legacy of service through World War II and into the modern era, participating in operations both at home and abroad.