1:7 Air Cav

The 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment (1/7 Air Cav) is a distinguished unit of the United States Army with a storied history dating back to its activation in 1866. As part of the famed 1st Cavalry Division, the battalion earned renown during the Vietnam War, particularly for its pivotal role in the 1965 Battle of Ia Drang—the first major engagement between U.S. forces and North Vietnamese regulars—where it utilized air mobility tactics to great effect. Over the decades, 1/7 Air Cav has continued to serve with distinction in conflicts including Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. Today, the battalion remains an integral part of the U.S. Army’s rapid deployment and air assault capabilities, upholding its motto, "Garryowen!"