1:15th Infantry

• Origins in the Civil War: The 15th Infantry Regiment, including its 1st Battalion (1/15th Infantry), was formed in 1861 and fought in numerous engagements during the American Civil War, including the Battle of Shiloh and the Atlanta Campaign. • Indian Wars Service: After the Civil War, the 1/15th Infantry participated in campaigns against Native American tribes on the western frontier, helping to secure new territories for the United States. • Spanish-American War: The regiment was deployed to Cuba in 1898, where it saw action during the campaign to capture Santiago, contributing to the U.S. victory over Spain. • China Station – Boxer Rebellion: In 1900, elements of the regiment, including what would become 1/15th Infantry, helped defend foreign legations during the Boxer Rebellion in Beijing, earning the nickname "The China Regiment." • World War II Valor: The 1/15th Infantry fought with distinction as part of the 3rd Infantry Division in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and Germany, earning multiple Presidential Unit Citations and campaign streamers. • Audie Murphy’s Unit: The most decorated American soldier of World War II, Audie Murphy, served with the 1/15th Infantry. His heroic actions in France in 1945 earned him the Medal of Honor. • Korean War Actions: The battalion fought at the Pusan Perimeter, Inchon, and in the push to the Yalu River, suffering heavy casualties but earning several unit citations for bravery and effectiveness. • Vietnam War Deployments: 1/15th Infantry was part of the 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, and elements served in Vietnam, where they engaged in counter-insurgency operations and earned numerous awards for valor. • Post-Cold War and Modern Deployments: The battalion has participated in peacekeeping missions in Bosnia and Kosovo and has seen combat in Operation Iraqi Freedom, notably in the Baghdad area, earning further distinctions. • Regimental Motto and Traditions: The 15th Infantry’s regimental motto is "Can Do!"—a reflection of its storied legacy and spirit. The unit maintains strong traditions, including the annual Audie Murphy Award for outstanding NCOs.