1:15th mechanized inf

• Origins: The 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment ("1/15th Infantry") traces its lineage to 1861, and has served in major conflicts since the American Civil War. • Mechanized Transformation: The unit became "mechanized" during the Cold War, transitioning from foot infantry to operating armored personnel carriers and later Bradley Fighting Vehicles. • WWII Heroics: The 15th Infantry fought with distinction under General Patton's 3rd Army in Europe, including the brutal winter campaigns of 1944-45. • Audie Murphy’s Unit: America's most decorated soldier of WWII, Audie Murphy, served with the 15th Infantry in the European Theater. • Korean War Valor: The 1/15th Infantry earned several Presidential Unit Citations during the Korean War for actions at the Pusan Perimeter and the battles for the Iron Triangle. • Vietnam Service: The battalion deployed to Vietnam as part of the 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, participating in counterinsurgency and search-and-destroy missions. • “Can Do” Motto: The regiment's motto, "Can Do," reflects its reputation for accomplishing tough missions against the odds. • Cold War Deployments: In the 1980s, the battalion was stationed in Germany as part of the forward-deployed NATO force, ready to defend against a potential Soviet invasion. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: 1/15th Infantry was among the first units to cross into Iraq in 2003, playing a key role in the capture of Baghdad. • Modern Innovations: The battalion has been at the forefront of integrating new technology, such as the M2 Bradley and advanced communications, into combined arms warfare.