4:2 ACR

• Historic Lineage: The 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment (4/2 ACR) traces its roots to the formation of the 2nd Dragoons in 1836, making it one of the oldest continuously serving regiments in the U.S. Army. • Motto: The regimental motto is "Toujours Prêt" (French for "Always Ready"), reflecting the unit’s readiness and rapid response capabilities. • Indian Wars: 2nd Cavalry troopers, including precursors to 4/2 ACR, played pivotal roles in the Indian Wars, serving as scouts and fighters during westward expansion. • World War II: Elements of the 2nd Cavalry (including future 4th Squadron lineage) were instrumental in liberating Czechoslovakia and rescuing the famous Lipizzaner stallions in Operation Cowboy in 1945. • The Cold War: 4/2 ACR served along the Iron Curtain in Germany as part of the U.S. Army's forward-deployed reconnaissance and security forces during the Cold War. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: 4/2 ACR deployed multiple times to Iraq, where it conducted reconnaissance, security, and combat operations, notably in hotspots like Sadr City and Baghdad. • Stryker Transformation: 4/2 ACR became one of the first U.S. Army squadrons equipped with Stryker armored vehicles, enhancing its mobility and firepower for 21st-century warfare. • Baltic Deployments: In recent years, 4/2 ACR has participated in NATO reassurance and deterrence missions across Eastern Europe, including "Dragoon Ride" convoys and joint exercises with allied forces. • Regimental Honors: The 2nd Cavalry Regiment—and by extension, 4/2 ACR—boasts one of the most decorated histories in the U.S. Army, with campaign streamers from the Mexican-American War to modern conflicts. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit’s insignia features a green and yellow shield with a diagonal sword and the motto "Toujours Prêt," symbolizing its cavalry heritage and constant readiness.