E Troop 2:3ACR

• Regimental Heritage: E Troop is part of the 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment (2/3ACR), a storied cavalry regiment of the U.S. Army established in 1846. • Motto: The 3rd ACR’s motto is "Brave Rifles," a nickname famously bestowed by General Winfield Scott in the Mexican–American War. • Historic Campaigns: The 3rd ACR, including E Troop, has seen action in major conflicts including the Mexican–American War, Civil War, Indian Wars, World War II, Operation Desert Storm, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. • Specialization: E Troop has historically functioned as a cavalry troop, utilizing armored vehicles such as the M3 Bradley Cavalry Fighting Vehicle and previously tanks, for reconnaissance and security missions. • Iraq Deployments: E Troop 2/3ACR played a significant role during the 2003 invasion of Iraq and subsequent stability operations, often operating in volatile regions like Anbar Province and Tal Afar. • Tal Afar Story: In 2005, E Troop participated in the Battle of Tal Afar, a model counterinsurgency operation that received praise from President George W. Bush as a success story in Iraq. • Notable Leaders: The 3rd ACR has produced many distinguished leaders, such as then-Colonel H.R. McMaster, who famously led the regiment (including E Troop) during the Battle of 73 Easting in Desert Storm. • Unit Insignia: The 3rd ACR’s distinctive unit insignia features a green and yellow shield with a red saber, symbolizing its cavalry legacy and connection to the mounted warriors of the past. • Transformation: Over the years, E Troop and the 2/3ACR have adapted from horse cavalry to mechanized and armored cavalry, reflecting the broader evolution of U.S. Army doctrine and technology. • Comradeship and Tradition: The troop maintains strong traditions of camaraderie, including unit-specific callsigns, annual spur rides, and the wearing of Stetson hats and cavalry spurs to honor their heritage.