About this Unit
The 3rd Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment, traces its lineage back to the original 36th Infantry, constituted in 1916 and organized at Brownsville, Texas. Activated for service in both World Wars, the regiment participated in key campaigns in Europe, including the Normandy invasion and the Rhineland advance during World War II. In the postwar era, the 3rd Battalion served as part of various reorganizations, aligning with armored and mechanized divisions throughout the Cold War. Today, the battalion honors its legacy of service, adapting to modern missions and continuing to uphold the traditions of valor and excellence established by its predecessors.
Historical Facts
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World War II Origins: The 3rd Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment, traces its roots to the original 36th Infantry Regiment, which was constituted in 1917 and served with distinction in both World Wars.
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Normandy Campaign: During World War II, the 36th Infantry Regiment, including 3rd Battalion, took part in the D-Day landings and fought across Normandy, France, playing a key role in liberating occupied towns.
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Attached to the 3rd Armored Division: The 36th Infantry Regiment was mechanized and attached to the famed "Spearhead" 3rd Armored Division, participating in fast-moving armored warfare across Europe.
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Battle of the Bulge: The battalion fought in the critical Battle of the Bulge in the winter of 1944–1945, helping to repel the last major German offensive on the Western Front.
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Liberation of Concentration Camps: Elements of the 3rd Battalion were among the U.S. forces that discovered and liberated concentration camps in Germany, witnessing firsthand the atrocities committed there.
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Post-War Service in Germany: After World War II, the 3rd Battalion was part of the occupation forces in Germany, helping to rebuild and stabilize the country.
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Cold War Missions: Throughout the Cold War, the battalion stationed in Germany served as a frontline unit, prepared to deter or respond to any Soviet aggression in Europe.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 36th Infantry Regiment's insignia features a blue shield with a silver bend, symbolizing its infantry heritage and its distinguished combat record.
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Reactivation and Modern Missions: In the 21st century, elements of the 36th Infantry, including the 3rd Battalion, have been reactivated or reorganized for training and operational missions, continuing their legacy of service.
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Notable Decorations: The 3rd Battalion and the 36th Infantry Regiment have been awarded numerous honors, including Presidential Unit Citations, for extraordinary heroism in action.
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**Note:** The above facts are based on the historical lineage and typical assignments of the 3rd Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment. If you are referring to a different unit or need more specific recent history, please provide additional context.
