3:75th Infantry

• Origins: The 3rd Battalion, 75th Infantry Regiment (Ranger), known as 3/75th, was originally constituted on 3 October 1943 as Company A, 3rd Ranger Battalion during World War II. • WWII Service: The original 3rd Ranger Battalion fought in campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, including the famous Battle of Cisterna, where many Rangers were lost or captured. • Reactivation: The modern 3/75th was activated on 3 October 1984 at Fort Benning, Georgia, as part of the reformation of the 75th Ranger Regiment. • Panama Invasion: 3/75th took part in Operation Just Cause in 1989, conducting a night-time parachute assault to seize Rio Hato Airfield and neutralize Panamanian Defense Forces. • First into Combat: During Operation Just Cause, 3/75th was among the first U.S. forces to engage the enemy, showcasing rapid deployment and airborne assault capabilities. • Somalia 1993: Rangers from 3/75th participated in Operation Gothic Serpent, the mission that inspired the book and film "Black Hawk Down." • Global War on Terror: Since 2001, 3/75th has continuously deployed in support of operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, including direct action raids, airfield seizures, and high-value target captures. • Distinctive Beret: Rangers of 3/75th wear the tan beret, signifying their elite status within the U.S. Army. • Regimental Structure: 3/75th is one of three Ranger battalions that make up the 75th Ranger Regiment, an elite light infantry special operations force. • Motto and Legacy: The battalion upholds the Ranger Creed and the motto "Rangers Lead the Way," reflecting a legacy of courage, discipline, and excellence in every mission.