3rd Armored Cavalry

The 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment (3rd ACR), known as the "Brave Rifles," was first constituted in 1846 and has a distinguished history of service in the United States Army. The regiment fought in the Mexican-American War, participated in the Indian Wars, and served in both World Wars. During the Cold War, the 3rd ACR was stationed in Germany, conducting border patrols and providing armored reconnaissance. In the 21st century, the regiment deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan, playing key roles in reconnaissance and security operations.