1:12th Air Cav

The 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment (1/12th Air Cav) is a distinguished unit of the United States Army with a storied history dating back to its activation in 1901. During the Vietnam War, the 1/12th was assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), becoming an integral part of pioneering air assault operations and participating in major campaigns such as the Battle of Ia Drang in 1965. Over the decades, the unit has served in various roles, including as a mechanized and armored battalion, deploying to conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Renowned for its adaptability and valor, the 1/12th Air Cav continues to uphold its legacy as a vital element of the U.S. Army’s cavalry forces.