HHC 1:23rd Infantry

• Origins in World War I: The 23rd Infantry Regiment, to which HHC 1/23rd belongs, was originally constituted in 1812. The 1st Battalion has seen action in every major American conflict since then. • Distinguished Service in World War II: The 1st Battalion, 23rd Infantry, was part of the legendary 2nd Infantry Division and landed on Omaha Beach during the D-Day invasion, pushing through France and into Germany. • Korean War Valor: HHC 1/23rd Infantry fought in the Battle of Chipyong-ni and the Battle of Heartbreak Ridge, earning numerous unit citations and individual awards for heroism. • Vietnam War Deployments: The unit served with distinction in Vietnam, participating in multiple campaigns and earning the Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm. • "Tomahawks" Nickname: The 1/23rd Infantry is known as the "Tomahawks," a nod to the regiment’s Native American heritage and longstanding warrior ethos. • Modern Deployments: HHC 1/23rd Infantry has deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan multiple times during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, supporting counterinsurgency and stability operations. • Presidential Unit Citations: The battalion has received several Presidential Unit Citations, including for its actions at the Battle of the Bulge and in Korea. • Fort Lewis and Joint Base Lewis-McChord: In recent decades, HHC 1/23rd Infantry has been based at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, where it trains as part of the 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division. • All-American Heritage: The 23rd Infantry Regiment’s motto is "We Serve," and its lineage includes famous soldiers such as Medal of Honor recipient SFC William S. Sitman. • Cultural Impact: The battalion’s exploits have been featured in military history books and documentaries, and its members have participated in major U.S. military ceremonies and international exercises.