3:11th Infantry

• Historic Lineage: The 3rd Battalion, 11th Infantry Regiment (3/11th Infantry) traces its roots back to the original 11th Infantry, constituted in 1812, making it part of a regiment with over 200 years of service. • Civil War Service: Elements of the 11th Infantry fought in many key Civil War battles, including Antietam and Gettysburg, where they earned battle streamers for their valor. • World War II Role: The 11th Infantry Regiment, including its battalions, served in the European Theater, participating in the Normandy landings and the Battle of the Bulge. • Vietnam War Deployments: The 3/11th Infantry served in Vietnam, where it was involved in major operations such as the Tet Offensive and earned both U.S. and Vietnamese commendations. • Training Legacy: Today, the 3/11th Infantry is primarily tasked as an infantry training unit at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning), Georgia, playing a crucial role in teaching new infantry soldiers. • Distinctive Insignia: The regiment’s distinctive unit insignia features a blue shield with a silver bend, symbolizing its infantry heritage and historic service. • Expert Infantryman Badge: The battalion is renowned for its rigorous Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB) testing, with many soldiers earning this prestigious qualification through 3/11th’s challenging standards. • Medal of Honor Recipients: The 11th Infantry Regiment has produced several Medal of Honor recipients across its history, recognized for extraordinary acts of heroism. • Modernization: 3/11th Infantry plays a key role in integrating new tactics, techniques, and technologies into U.S. Army infantry training, ensuring soldiers are prepared for modern combat. • Motto: The regimental motto, “Semper Fidelis” (Always Faithful), reflects the enduring spirit and commitment of the 3/11th Infantry’s soldiers throughout American military history.