2 BN 50th Infantry

• Vietnam War Activation: The 2nd Battalion, 50th Infantry Regiment was reactivated in 1967 and deployed to Vietnam, where it participated in numerous combat operations, primarily in the Central Highlands. • Mekong Delta Operations: The battalion conducted significant counterinsurgency and pacification missions in the Mekong Delta, an area notorious for Viet Cong activity and challenging terrain. • Task Force Regulars: The 2/50th Infantry was part of the "Task Force Regulars" during its service in Vietnam, working alongside other units to conduct search and destroy missions. • Presidential Unit Citation: Elements of the 2nd Battalion, 50th Infantry, earned the Presidential Unit Citation for extraordinary heroism in action during the Tet Offensive of 1968. • Combat with the 1st Cavalry Division: The 2/50th Infantry served under the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile) in Vietnam, taking part in major airmobile operations that defined the war’s tactics. • Heavy Casualties in Vietnam: The battalion suffered significant casualties during its Vietnam service, with over 200 men killed in action, reflecting the intensity of its combat role. • Reactivation at Fort Benning: The unit was reactivated at Fort Benning, Georgia, in the 1980s, where it became part of the Infantry Training Brigade, focusing on training new soldiers. • Expert Infantry Training: Today, the 2/50th Infantry is known for its role in training infantrymen, including conducting basic training and advanced individual training at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning). • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The battalion’s insignia features a gold lion rampant and a blue field, symbolizing courage and the unit's infantry roots. • Legacy of Valor: The 2nd Battalion, 50th Infantry continues to honor its legacy through annual reunions, memorials, and a dedicated battalion association that preserves its history and stories.