1:36 Infantry

• Origins: The 1st Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment, known as “Spartans,” traces its roots back to World War I, originally formed as part of the 12th Division in 1917. • World War II Service: The 36th Infantry Regiment fought in North Africa and Italy, participating in major campaigns such as the Battle of Monte Cassino and the Anzio landings. • Iron Brigade: The 1/36 Infantry was assigned to the famous 1st Armored Division, also known as "Old Ironsides," and served as part of its "Iron Brigade." • Cold War Deployments: During the Cold War, 1/36 Infantry played a key role as a deterrent force stationed in Germany, ready to respond to a Soviet incursion. • Desert Storm: Elements of the 1/36 Infantry participated in Operation Desert Storm in 1991, helping liberate Kuwait from Iraqi occupation. • Balkan Peacekeeping: The battalion deployed to Bosnia and Kosovo in the late 1990s, supporting NATO-led peacekeeping operations. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: The 1/36 Infantry conducted multiple deployments to Iraq, including significant operations in Baghdad and other key regions during the early and mid-2000s. • Operation Enduring Freedom: The battalion deployed to Afghanistan, conducting counterinsurgency missions and partnering with Afghan security forces in the volatile regions of Kandahar and Helmand. • Distinctive Insignia: The 36th Infantry Regiment's insignia features a blue shield with a gold border and a rampant lion, symbolizing strength and courage. • Modern Readiness: Today, 1/36 Infantry remains an integral part of the 1st Armored Division, stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas, and continues to uphold its motto: “Deeds Not Words.”