2-2 Infantry

The 2nd Battalion, 2nd Infantry Regiment (2-2 Infantry), known as the "Ramrods," is one of the oldest units in the U.S. Army, tracing its lineage back to 1808. The battalion has fought in major conflicts including the War of 1812, the Civil War, World War I, World War II, Vietnam, and the Global War on Terrorism. In World War II, 2-2 Infantry played a key role in the Normandy landings and subsequent campaigns across Europe. In recent decades, the battalion has been deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan, earning a reputation for professionalism and valor in combat operations.