2:15th Infantry

• Origins in World War I: The 2nd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment (2/15th Infantry) was first constituted in 1916 and organized in 1917 at Chickamauga Park, Georgia, as part of the U.S. Army's response to World War I. • China Service: The 15th Infantry Regiment, including the 2nd Battalion, served in China from 1912 to 1938, protecting American interests and citizens during a period of significant instability. • World War II Combat: The battalion fought as part of the 3rd Infantry Division in major campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and Germany, earning a distinguished reputation for combat effectiveness. • Anzio Beachhead: 2/15th Infantry played a crucial role in the defense and eventual breakout from the Anzio beachhead in Italy in 1944, enduring some of the war’s toughest fighting. • Audie Murphy’s Heroism: World War II’s most decorated U.S. soldier, Audie Murphy, served with the 15th Infantry and earned the Medal of Honor for his actions near Holtzwihr, France, in January 1945. • Korean War Valor: The regiment, including the 2nd Battalion, was heavily engaged throughout the Korean War, including at the Pusan Perimeter, Inchon, and the push to the Yalu River. • Cold War Service: After Korea, 2/15th Infantry was stationed in Germany as part of NATO forces, ready to deter Soviet aggression during the Cold War. • Operation Desert Storm: Elements of the 15th Infantry deployed to Southwest Asia during the Gulf War, supporting operations to liberate Kuwait in 1991. • Modern Deployments: In the 21st century, 2/15th Infantry has deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan as part of the Global War on Terrorism, conducting counterinsurgency and stability operations. • Regimental Motto: The 15th Infantry Regiment’s motto is “Can Do,” reflecting the unit’s spirit and determination in over a century of service.