1st. Battalion 3rd. Infantry

• Old Guard Heritage: The 1st Battalion, 3rd Infantry Regiment is part of "The Old Guard," the oldest active-duty infantry unit in the U.S. Army, activated in 1784. • Presidential Escort: The battalion is renowned for its ceremonial role as the official escort to the President of the United States. • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: Soldiers from the battalion serve as Sentinels at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery, performing one of the Army’s most sacred duties. • Historic Marches: The 3rd Infantry Regiment participated in the "March to the Sea" with General Sherman during the Civil War. • 9/11 Response: The battalion was among the first military units to respond for security and ceremonial duties after the September 11, 2001 attacks. • Inauguration Ceremonies: The unit plays a key role in every U.S. Presidential Inauguration, providing cordons, escorts, and ceremonial support. • Combat History: The 3rd Infantry Regiment has fought in every major American conflict, from the War of 1812 through the Iraq War. • Revolutionary War Lineage: Elements of the regiment trace their lineage to units that fought under General George Washington. • Caisson Platoon: The battalion’s Caisson Platoon performs military funeral honors with horse-drawn caissons at Arlington, a tradition dating back to the 1800s. • Distinctive Uniforms: Members often wear 19th-century-style blue uniforms and black hats during special ceremonies, maintaining a link to America’s military past.