E co.2nd 506th 101st

E Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division is a distinguished unit with a storied history dating back to World War II. Originally activated in 1942, the 506th PIR became famous for its actions during D-Day, the Battle of Carentan, Operation Market Garden, and the defense of Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge. E Company, commonly known as "Easy Company," gained legendary status for its exceptional bravery and camaraderie, later popularized by the book and miniseries "Band of Brothers." The unit's legacy continues as part of the 101st Airborne Division, upholding traditions of excellence and valor in modern conflicts.