C co 2:5 Cav, 1st CAV Div

Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Cavalry Regiment (C Co, 2/5 Cav), is a distinguished unit within the 1st Cavalry Division of the United States Army. The 5th Cavalry Regiment, originally formed in 1855, has participated in major conflicts from the Indian Wars through World War II, Vietnam, and modern operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. During the Vietnam War, C Co, 2/5 Cav was heavily engaged in major campaigns such as the Battle of Ia Drang and Operation Pegasus, earning a reputation for bravery and effectiveness. In recent decades, the company has deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, continuing its proud tradition of service and sacrifice.