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23rd Combat Engineers
U.S. Army
The 23rd Combat Engineers was activated during World War II and played a pivotal role in supporting frontline infantry units by constructing bridges, clearing obstacles, and laying minefields in the European Theater. The unit was instrumental during the Normandy invasion, enabling the rapid advance of Allied forces through France by repairing roads and breaching enemy fortifications. In the postwar era, the 23rd participated in numerous operations, including deployments in Korea, Vietnam, and the Middle East, adapting to evolving combat engineering challenges. Today, the 23rd Combat Engineers continue to provide critical mobility, countermobility, and survivability support to U.S. Army operations worldwide.
242nd ASHCO
U.S. Army
The 242nd Assault Helicopter Company (ASHCO), nicknamed “Mavericks,” was activated during the Vietnam War to provide critical air mobility and fire support to U.S. and allied ground forces. Established in 1967, the unit operated primarily in the Central Highlands of Vietnam, utilizing UH-1 “Huey” helicopters for troop insertions, extractions, resupply missions, and medevac operations. The 242nd ASHCO played a pivotal role in major operations such as the Tet Offensive and supported both U.S. Army and ARVN units in combat zones. The company earned commendations for its valor and professionalism before its deactivation in 1971 as U.S. involvement in Vietnam began to wind down.
256 Personnel Service Company
U.S. Army
The 256th Personnel Service Company is a U.S. Army unit specializing in human resources and administrative support. Activated during the post-Cold War era, the company has provided vital personnel services, including records management, casualty operations, and postal support for deploying and redeploying soldiers. The unit has supported various operations, including missions in Southwest Asia and contingency operations both at home and abroad. Through its dedicated service, the 256th Personnel Service Company has played a crucial role in sustaining Army readiness and soldier welfare.
29th Transportation Company
U.S. Army
The 29th Transportation Company was first constituted on 1 May 1936 in the Regular Army as Company A, 1st Battalion, 29th Quartermaster Regiment. It was activated for service during World War II and played a vital role in providing logistical and transportation support in various theaters of operation. Over the decades, the unit underwent several reorganizations and redesignations, eventually becoming the 29th Transportation Company. Throughout its history, the 29th has supported major military operations, ensuring the movement of personnel, equipment, and supplies wherever needed by the U.S. Army.
2nd Eng BN
U.S. Army
The 2nd Engineer Battalion (2nd Eng BN) of the United States Army was originally constituted in 1861 as a company of engineers and has a storied history of service. The unit played a vital role during the Philippine–American War and was heavily engaged in World War I, constructing trenches and supporting combat operations in France. In the Korean War, the battalion famously fought at the Battle of Kunu-ri, where it destroyed its own equipment to prevent capture during a heroic rear-guard action. Today, the 2nd Engineer Battalion continues to provide critical combat engineering support, upholding its legacy of courage and technical expertise.
3:73th Armor
U.S. Army
The 3rd Battalion, 73rd Armor Regiment (3/73 Armor) traces its lineage to World War II, where the 73rd Tank Battalion served with distinction in the Pacific Theater. Reactivated and redesignated several times, 3/73 Armor became unique in the late 1980s and early 1990s as the only airborne-qualified armor battalion in the U.S. Army, assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg. Equipped with the M551 Sheridan light tank, the unit provided parachute-deployable armored firepower and participated in operations such as Just Cause in Panama and Desert Storm in the Gulf War. The battalion was inactivated in 1997 following the retirement of the Sheridan and changes in Army force structure.
327th Signal Co
U.S. Army
The 327th Signal Company is a United States Army signal unit with a distinguished history of providing communications support to combat and support operations. Activated during World War II, the company played a key role in establishing and maintaining critical communication lines across the European Theater, directly supporting Allied command and control. Over the decades, the 327th has participated in various campaigns, adapting to evolving technologies from field telephones to advanced digital systems. Today, the unit continues its mission, ensuring reliable and secure communications for Army operations worldwide.
39th Infantry Division
U.S. Army
The 39th Infantry Division, known as the "Delta Division," was a unit of the United States Army National Guard formed in 1917 and originally composed of troops from Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. The division served stateside as a depot division during World War I, training and providing replacements for units overseas, but did not see combat as a whole. Reactivated for World War II, the division again remained within the continental United States, contributing personnel to other units but not deploying as a division to combat theaters. After the war, the 39th Infantry Division continued its service in the National Guard until it was reorganized in the 1960s, eventually becoming the 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team.
3rd Cavalry Regiment
U.S. Army
The 3rd Cavalry Regiment, known as the "Brave Rifles," was constituted in 1846 and has a distinguished history spanning over 175 years. The unit first gained prominence during the Mexican-American War, participating in key battles such as the Battle of Buena Vista. Throughout its history, the regiment has served in major conflicts including the American Civil War, World Wars I and II, Operation Desert Storm, and the Global War on Terrorism in Iraq and Afghanistan. Renowned for its adaptability and fighting spirit, the 3rd Cavalry Regiment continues to serve as a vital reconnaissance and security force within the U.S. Army.
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