Erlang er, Germany 26 Infantry - Ferris Barracks

The 26th Infantry Regiment, often associated with Erlangen, Germany, has a notable history, particularly during the Cold War era. Stationed at Ferris Barracks in Erlangen, the unit was part of the United States Army’s presence in West Germany, tasked with defending NATO’s central front against potential Warsaw Pact aggression. The regiment participated in numerous training exercises, maintaining high readiness and serving as a deterrent during periods of heightened international tension. After the end of the Cold War and the realignment of U.S. forces in Europe, the regiment was eventually inactivated, and Ferris Barracks was closed in the 1990s.