25th Inf 1st 14th

• Origins in World War II: The 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment (1-14 IN) was originally assigned to the 25th Infantry Division in 1941 and saw extensive combat in the Pacific Theater during World War II, including Guadalcanal, Northern Solomons, and Luzon campaigns. • “Golden Dragons” Nickname: The 1-14th Infantry is known as the “Golden Dragons,” a nickname reflecting their fierce reputation and the unit’s motto: “Right of the Line.” • Korean War Service: The battalion played a significant role in the Korean War, fighting in key battles such as the Pusan Perimeter, the advance to the Yalu River, and the defense of Seoul. • Vietnam War Deployments: 1-14th Infantry was one of the first major U.S. Army units deployed to Vietnam in 1966, participating in numerous operations in the Central Highlands, including the famous Operation Paul Revere. • Medal of Honor Recipients: Several soldiers from the 1-14th Infantry have been awarded the Medal of Honor for heroism, including SSG Robert S. Kennemore (Korea) and SGT Gordon Yntema (Vietnam). • Jungle Warriors: The unit has a long-standing reputation for expertise in jungle warfare, honed in World War II, Vietnam, and later training in Hawaii and Southeast Asia. • Modern Deployments: The 1-14th Infantry has deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan), adapting to modern counterinsurgency and urban combat. • Hawaiian Garrison: For much of its history, the 1-14th Infantry has been stationed at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, serving as a rapid reaction force for the Pacific region. • Unit Insignia: The regimental crest features a silver dragon, reflecting the unit’s nickname and distinguished legacy in Asian theaters of war. • Humanitarian Missions: In addition to combat deployments, the battalion has participated in numerous humanitarian and disaster relief missions in the Pacific, including typhoon and earthquake response.