Company C 2nd Battalion 28th INF Regiment 1st INF Division

Company C, 2nd Battalion, 28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division—also known as part of the famed "Black Lions"—has a distinguished history of service in the U.S. Army. Activated during World War I, the regiment fought valiantly in France and later saw extensive combat in World War II, including the Normandy landings and the Battle of the Bulge. In the Vietnam War, Company C earned recognition for its actions during Operation Shenandoah II and the intense Battle of Ong Thanh in 1967. Over the decades, the unit has continued to serve with distinction in various conflicts, upholding the proud legacy of the "Big Red One."