HHC 1:28th Infantry

Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 28th Infantry Regiment (HHC 1/28th Infantry), known as the "Black Lions," traces its lineage to the 28th Infantry Regiment, which was constituted in 1901. The battalion distinguished itself in major conflicts including World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War, earning numerous unit citations for valor and outstanding service. During the Vietnam War, the 1/28th Infantry was part of the 1st Infantry Division and engaged in significant operations such as Operation Cedar Falls and the Battle of Ong Thanh. In recent decades, HHC 1/28th Infantry has participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, continuing its tradition of excellence and service.