1:7th Air Calvary

The 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment (1/7th Air Cavalry) is a distinguished unit of the United States Army, originally formed in 1866. It gained renown during the Vietnam War as part of the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), pioneering air assault tactics that revolutionized modern warfare. The battalion played a central role in the Battle of Ia Drang in 1965, the first major engagement between U.S. forces and North Vietnamese regulars. Today, 1/7th Cavalry continues to serve as a vital component of the Army, participating in operations worldwide while upholding its storied legacy.