1st Division, 26th Infantry

The 1st Division, 26th Infantry Regiment—known as the "Blue Spaders"—is a distinguished unit of the United States Army with a rich combat history. Activated in 1917, the regiment fought valiantly in World War I as part of the 1st Infantry Division, participating in key battles such as Cantigny and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. In World War II, the 26th Infantry landed on D-Day at Omaha Beach and fought across Europe, earning a reputation for bravery and effectiveness. The regiment has since served in conflicts including Vietnam, the Gulf War, and the Global War on Terror, maintaining its legacy as one of the Army’s most storied units.