9TH CAVALRY REGIMENT

The 9th Cavalry Regiment, known as one of the original "Buffalo Soldier" regiments, was formed in 1866 as part of the U.S. Army's expansion following the Civil War. Composed primarily of African American soldiers led by white officers, the regiment played a significant role in the Indian Wars, protecting settlers and building infrastructure in the American West. The 9th Cavalry later served with distinction in the Spanish-American War, the Philippine-American War, and both World Wars. Today, elements of the regiment continue to serve, carrying on a legacy of bravery and professionalism spanning more than 150 years.