3:4th Infantry

• Origins: The 3rd Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment (3/4th Infantry) traces its lineage back to 1808, making it one of the oldest continuously serving infantry units in the U.S. Army. • Civil War Service: The regiment fought in key Civil War battles, including Antietam, Gettysburg, and Fredericksburg, earning distinction on both Eastern and Western fronts. • Indian Wars: After the Civil War, the 4th Infantry was heavily involved in the Indian Wars, participating in campaigns against the Sioux and other tribes during the westward expansion. • World War II Deployments: The 3/4th Infantry participated in the European Theater during WWII, fighting in France, Belgium, and Germany as part of the 4th Infantry Division. • Vietnam War: The battalion became famous for its service in Vietnam, where it served as a mechanized infantry unit and engaged in heavy combat in the Central Highlands, earning multiple unit citations. • Post-Vietnam Assignments: After Vietnam, 3/4th Infantry was stationed in Germany during the Cold War, serving as part of NATO's forward defense in Europe. • Operation Desert Storm: Elements of the 3/4th Infantry supported operations in the Gulf War, providing security and rear-area support for combat units during the liberation of Kuwait. • Presidential Security: The unit was designated as the U.S. Army’s ceremonial “Guard of Honor” for the President of the United States at various points in its history. • Modern Era Deployments: In the 21st century, 3/4th Infantry has deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, conducting combat and stability operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. • Distinctive Insignia: The regiment’s distinctive unit insignia features a gold bayonet atop a blue shield, symbolizing its readiness and long tradition of service in the Infantry Branch.