75th Rangers

The 75th Ranger Regiment, often referred to as the Army Rangers, traces its lineage to elite units formed during World War II, notably the 1st Ranger Battalion activated in 1942. Reestablished in 1974 as the 1st Ranger Battalion, the modern 75th Ranger Regiment has grown to include three maneuver battalions and a regimental headquarters. The Rangers have participated in numerous operations, including the daring 1980 rescue attempt in Iran, the 1983 invasion of Grenada, combat in Panama, and extensive deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. Renowned for their rigorous selection process and specialized capabilities, the 75th Ranger Regiment remains one of the U.S. Army’s premier special operations forces.