2:2 Calvary Regiment

• Oldest continuously serving Regiment: The 2nd Cavalry Regiment (2/2 Cav) is the oldest continuously serving Regiment in the United States Army, originally constituted in 1836 as the 2nd Regiment of Dragoons. • Service in the Indian Wars: The unit served extensively in the American Indian Wars, fighting in the Seminole Wars, and against other tribes during westward expansion. • Motto "Toujours Prêt": The Regiment’s motto, "Toujours Prêt," is French for "Always Ready," reflecting its heritage and readiness for any mission. • Crimean War Inspiration: The 2nd Dragoons were inspired by European cavalry tactics observed during the Crimean War, influencing their own cavalry doctrine. • Fought in the Civil War: The unit fought in key Civil War battles including Gettysburg, Antietam, and Fredericksburg, earning distinction for its reconnaissance and combat roles. • WWII Mechanization: During World War II, the Regiment transitioned from horses to armored vehicles, becoming the 2nd Cavalry Group (Mechanized) and playing a key role in Patton’s Third Army. • Cold War Border Guards: Stationed in Germany during the Cold War, the Regiment patrolled the frontier between East and West Germany as the "Ghosts of the Post Road." • Bosnia and Iraq Deployments: The Regiment was one of the first US units to deploy to Bosnia in 1995 for peacekeeping and later served multiple tours in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. • Stryker Brigade Conversion: In 2006, the Regiment was reorganized as a Stryker Brigade Combat Team, enhancing its mobility and combat capability. • Present in Vilseck, Germany: Today, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment is based in Vilseck, Germany, serving as a rapid response force for NATO and U.S. Army Europe, regularly participating in multinational exercises across Europe.