Army National Guard of Maryland, Army Reserve, and 175th Infantry

• Colonial Origins: The Maryland Army National Guard traces its roots to the colonial militia formed in 1634, making it one of the oldest organized military forces in the United States. • "The Maryland 400": During the Revolutionary War, the 1st Maryland Regiment, ancestors of the 175th Infantry, earned the nickname "The Maryland 400" for their heroic stand at the Battle of Brooklyn in 1776, allowing Washington’s army to escape. • War of 1812 Defenders: Maryland militia played a key role in the defense of Baltimore during the War of 1812, particularly at the Battle of North Point, which helped inspire the writing of "The Star-Spangled Banner." • 175th Infantry Lineage: The 175th Infantry Regiment, part of the Maryland Army National Guard, is a direct descendant of the 5th Maryland Regiment, with continuous service since the Revolutionary War. • Civil War Service: Maryland National Guard units served on both sides during the Civil War, with the 1st Maryland Infantry (Union) and 1st Maryland Infantry (Confederate) famously meeting at the Battle of Front Royal in 1862. • World War I Deployments: The 175th Infantry was federalized for World War I, serving as part of the 29th Division and participating in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. • World War II Actions: The 175th Infantry landed on Omaha Beach on D-Day+1 (June 7, 1944) and fought across France, the Netherlands, and Germany as part of the 29th Infantry Division. • Army Reserve in Maryland: The U.S. Army Reserve has maintained a significant presence in Maryland, supporting both national defense and local disaster relief, with units specializing in logistics, medical, and engineering roles. • Modern Deployments: Maryland Army National Guard and Army Reserve units have deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, and other locations in support of the Global War on Terrorism since 2001. • Community Service: In peacetime, the Maryland Army National Guard is heavily involved in disaster response, including the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, severe weather events, and civil support missions across the state.