3:11th ACR

The 3rd Squadron, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment (3/11th ACR), known as the "Thunderhorse," has served as a key reconnaissance and combat unit since its formation. The squadron saw extensive action during the Vietnam War, conducting search and destroy missions, route security, and reconnaissance in challenging terrain from 1966 to 1972. After Vietnam, 3/11th ACR was stationed in Germany during the Cold War, patrolling the border with the Soviet bloc as part of NATO's forward defense. In recent decades, the squadron has deployed to the Middle East, supporting operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, where it continues to exemplify the regiment’s motto, "Allons!" meaning "Let's Go!"