About this Unit
The 2nd Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment (2/325th AIR) is a distinguished unit within the 82nd Airborne Division of the United States Army. Activated during World War II, the 325th participated in major campaigns including Sicily, Normandy (D-Day), and the Battle of the Bulge, earning multiple unit citations for its valor. Throughout the Cold War and into the present, 2/325th AIR has remained a rapid-deployment force, serving in operations such as Just Cause in Panama, Desert Storm, and multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Renowned for their "Falcon" battalion nickname, the paratroopers of 2/325th continue to uphold a proud tradition of airborne excellence and readiness.
Historical Facts
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World War II Origins: The 2nd Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment (2/325th AIR) traces its lineage back to the 325th Glider Infantry Regiment, which was activated in 1942 as part of the 82nd Airborne Division.
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Normandy Invasion: Elements of the 325th participated in Operation Neptune, the airborne component of the D-Day landings, gliding into France on June 7, 1944, to reinforce paratrooper units.
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Battle of the Bulge: During the German Ardennes Offensive, the 325th played a key defensive role in the town of Cheneux, holding the line during one of WWII's fiercest battles.
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Holland—Operation Market Garden: The 2/325th AIR was heavily involved in the daring, yet ultimately ill-fated, attempt to secure bridges over the Rhine in September 1944.
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Glider Infantry Distinction: The regiment was one of the few units trained and deployed as glider-borne infantry, a unique and dangerous method of insertion during WWII.
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Postwar Reactivation: The 2/325th was deactivated after WWII but reactivated in 1951 as a regular airborne infantry battalion and has served continuously since.
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Operation Urgent Fury: The 2/325th AIR participated in the 1983 invasion of Grenada, parachuting onto Point Salines Airfield to rescue American students and restore order.
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Desert Storm: The battalion was among the first U.S. ground combat units deployed during Operation Desert Shield and participated in the liberation of Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm.
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Global War on Terror: Since 2001, 2/325th AIR has deployed multiple times to both Afghanistan and Iraq, conducting combat operations, security missions, and training local forces.
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Unit Nickname and Motto: Known as the "White Falcons," the 2/325th AIR's motto is "Let's Go!," reflecting their rapid deployment capability and fighting spirit.
