hhc 1st brigade 3rd infantry

• Historical Origins: The Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division traces its lineage to the famed "Rock of the Marne" division, which was formed in 1917 during World War I. • World War I Heroics: The 3rd Infantry Division earned its nickname "Rock of the Marne" during the Second Battle of the Marne in 1918, where it held the line against a massive German offensive. • World War II Service: 1st Brigade elements served in multiple key campaigns during World War II, including North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and Germany. • Korean War Engagements: The 3rd Infantry Division, including its brigade-level headquarters, played a crucial role in the defense of the Pusan Perimeter and the breakout from the Chosin Reservoir. • Desert Storm Deployment: HHC, 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry was deployed during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, participating in the liberation of Kuwait. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: The brigade became the first conventional U.S. unit to enter Baghdad in April 2003 during the invasion of Iraq. • Presidential Unit Citation: The 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division received the Presidential Unit Citation for its actions during the initial phases of Operation Iraqi Freedom. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The brigade's unit patch features the blue and white stripes of the 3rd Infantry Division, a symbol recognized throughout the U.S. Army. • Modernization Leader: The 1st Brigade has regularly served as a testbed for new Army equipment and tactics, including the integration of the Bradley Fighting Vehicle and later, Stryker vehicles. • Community Engagement: HHC, 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division is known for its strong community ties at Fort Stewart, Georgia, frequently participating in local events and supporting veterans’ organizations.