About this Unit
The 2nd Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment ("2-32 INF") and 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment ("1-32 INF") are storied units of the United States Army with distinguished lineages. Originally constituted in 1916, the 32nd Infantry Regiment has served in major conflicts from World War II—where it fought in the Aleutians and the Pacific—to the Korean War and the Vietnam War, earning numerous campaign streamers and decorations. In more recent history, both battalions have been elements of the 10th Mountain Division, deploying to Afghanistan and Iraq in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Renowned for their motto "Against All Odds," the battalions continue to uphold a tradition of valor and service in modern military operations.
Historical Facts
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Origins and Lineage: The 2nd Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment and 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment ("32nd Infantry") were both constituted in 1916, with roots tracing back to the early 20th-century U.S. Army expansion.
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World War I Service: The 32nd Infantry Regiment was organized at the Presidio of San Francisco and deployed to France during World War I as part of the American Expeditionary Forces, though it saw limited combat.
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Pacific Theater – WWII: Both battalions fought in the Pacific during WWII, notably participating in the Aleutian Islands Campaign and the liberation of the Philippines.
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Korean War Valor: The 32nd Infantry Regiment earned distinction during the Korean War, especially at the Battle of Inchon and the Chosin Reservoir, where the 1st Battalion fought in brutal winter conditions.
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Chosin Few: The 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry is among the units honored as “The Chosin Few” for their actions during the desperate fight at the Chosin Reservoir, earning a Presidential Unit Citation.
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Vietnam War Deployments: The 2nd and 1st Battalions, 32nd Infantry served in Vietnam, conducting search-and-destroy missions, and participating in major campaigns such as the Tet Offensive.
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“The Queen’s Own” Nickname: The 32nd Infantry Regiment’s nickname, “The Queen’s Own,” is a traditional moniker that highlights the unit’s esprit de corps and unique regimental identity.
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Modern Deployments: In recent decades, the 1st and 2nd Battalions have deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom as part of the 10th Mountain Division.
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Regimental Motto: The regiment’s motto is “Against All Odds”, reflecting its history of fighting in difficult circumstances from frozen Korea to the jungles of Vietnam and rough terrain in Afghanistan.
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Decorations and Honors: The 32nd Infantry Regiment and its battalions have received numerous decorations, including multiple Presidential Unit Citations, Valorous Unit Awards, and foreign honors from the Republic of Korea and Vietnam.
