3:325th ABCT

• Origins and Designation: The 3rd Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment (3/325th ABCT) traces its lineage back to World War II as part of the famous 82nd Airborne Division. • World War II Service: The 325th Glider Infantry Regiment, which 3/325th descends from, played a prominent role in Operation Market Garden and the Battle of the Bulge. • Glider to Airborne: Originally a glider infantry unit, the 325th transitioned to a fully airborne-qualified regiment after World War II, adapting to evolving military tactics. • Proud Airborne Traditions: Members of 3/325th ABCT uphold the airborne legacy, with rigorous parachute training and participation in numerous jump operations worldwide. • Cold War Deployments: The battalion was stationed in Vicenza, Italy, serving as a rapid deployment force for U.S. Army Europe during the Cold War era. • Operation Just Cause: Elements of 3/325th participated in the 1989 U.S. invasion of Panama, conducting airborne assaults to remove General Manuel Noriega from power. • Bosnia and Kosovo: The battalion took part in peacekeeping operations in Bosnia and Kosovo during the 1990s, supporting NATO-led missions to stabilize the Balkans. • Global War on Terror: 3/325th ABCT units have deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq, engaging in combat operations and training missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. • Distinguished Honors: The regiment and its battalions have earned numerous decorations, including Presidential Unit Citations, French and Belgian Croix de Guerre, and foreign parachutist badges. • Legacy of the Sky Soldiers: The nickname "Sky Soldiers" reflects the unit’s elite status and close association with Italy, where the 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team (which 3/325th has been a part of) is based.