2:7th infantry

• Origins in the Civil War: The 2nd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment (2/7th Infantry) traces its lineage back to 1812, but the 7th Infantry Regiment itself was first organized in 1812 and fought in the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, and the American Civil War. • Nickname - "Cottonbalers": The 7th Infantry Regiment earned its famous nickname "The Cottonbalers" at the Battle of New Orleans in 1815, where soldiers used cotton bales as defensive works. • World War II Service: The 2/7th Infantry fought with distinction in the Pacific Theater during World War II, including the battles of Guadalcanal, New Guinea, and the Philippines. • Korean War Heroics: 2/7th Infantry was part of the 3rd Infantry Division and participated in major actions including the defense of the Pusan Perimeter and the battles for Seoul. • Vietnam War Operations: The battalion fought in Vietnam as part of the 199th Light Infantry Brigade, conducting search and destroy missions, and participating in the 1968 Tet Offensive. • Decorations and Honors: The 7th Infantry Regiment, including 2/7th, has received numerous unit citations, including Presidential Unit Citations and Valorous Unit Awards for heroism in combat. • Modern Deployments: In the 21st century, 2/7th Infantry has deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, conducting counterinsurgency, stability, and advisory operations. • Medal of Honor Recipients: Throughout its history, soldiers of the 7th Infantry Regiment have been awarded over 60 Medals of Honor, a testament to their bravery. • Famous Motto: The regimental motto, "Volens et Potens" ("Willing and Able"), reflects the spirit and readiness of the unit throughout its long history. • Legacy in Military History: The 2/7th Infantry has fought in more campaigns than almost any other unit in the U.S. Army, earning a reputation as one of its most decorated and storied infantry battalions.