2nd Infantry HQ DAO

The 2nd Infantry HQ DAO (Division Advisory Organization) traces its roots to the Vietnam War era, when the United States Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) established DAO units to support South Vietnamese forces. The 2nd Infantry HQ DAO functioned as a critical liaison between U.S. advisors and the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) 2nd Infantry Division, providing operational guidance, intelligence sharing, and logistical support. Its personnel played key roles in coordinating joint operations and enhancing the combat effectiveness of the ARVN division. The unit was deactivated following the U.S. withdrawal from Vietnam in 1973, but its legacy remains a testament to the advisory mission and partnership during the conflict.