3rd Ranger Batt 75th Reg

• Origins in World War II: The 3rd Ranger Battalion was originally activated on 21 May 1943, during World War II, and participated in campaigns in Italy, including the invasion of Sicily and the landings at Salerno. • Reactivation: The modern 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment was reactivated on 3 October 1984 at Fort Benning, Georgia, and is part of the U.S. Army’s premier light-infantry force. • Operation Just Cause: In December 1989, the 3rd Ranger Battalion participated in the combat jump into Panama during Operation Just Cause, helping to oust Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega. • Mogadishu, Somalia (Black Hawk Down): The battalion played a central role in the Battle of Mogadishu in October 1993, an operation later depicted in the book and movie “Black Hawk Down.” • First into Afghanistan: After the 9/11 attacks, 3rd Battalion Rangers were among the first U.S. troops to enter Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom, conducting raids against Taliban and al-Qaeda targets. • Nighttime Operations: 3rd Battalion Rangers are renowned for their ability to conduct complex nighttime raids, often using state-of-the-art night vision and air assault tactics. • Global Reach: The unit is capable of deploying anywhere in the world within 18 hours, demonstrating the U.S. military’s rapid response capability. • Rigorous Selection: Every member of the 3rd Battalion must pass the grueling Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP), with a high attrition rate, ensuring only the best join their ranks. • High-Value Target Missions: The battalion has participated in numerous high-profile missions to capture or eliminate key terrorist leaders in Iraq and Afghanistan. • Motto and Creed: The 3rd Battalion shares the Ranger motto, “Rangers Lead the Way,” and adheres strictly to the Ranger Creed, emphasizing discipline, integrity, and mission accomplishment.