1:12th Infantry

The 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment (1/12th Infantry) traces its origins to the Civil War, having been constituted in 1861 as part of the Regular Army. The battalion saw extensive combat in major conflicts including World War II, Vietnam, and the Global War on Terrorism, earning numerous campaign streamers and decorations. In Vietnam, 1/12th Infantry was part of the 4th Infantry Division, engaging in fierce battles in the Central Highlands and along the Cambodian border. More recently, the unit has deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, continuing its legacy of service and sacrifice in support of U.S. military operations worldwide.