1st Infantry Div. 2:28

The 2nd Battalion, 28th Infantry Regiment ("Black Lions") is a distinguished unit of the 1st Infantry Division of the United States Army. Constituted in 1917, the battalion fought in both World Wars and earned acclaim for its actions in campaigns such as Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge. During the Vietnam War, the 2/28 Infantry saw significant combat, notably in the Battle of Ong Thanh in 1967, where it sustained heavy casualties but demonstrated exceptional bravery. Today, the battalion continues to serve as a vital element of the 1st Infantry Division, upholding a legacy of valor and service.