HHC 3rd BN, 18th INF, 187BDE

• Lineage to the 18th Infantry Regiment: The 3rd Battalion, 18th Infantry has roots tracing back to the original 18th Infantry Regiment, constituted in 1861, which served in the Civil War and numerous subsequent conflicts. • Part of the 187th Infantry Brigade: The battalion was at one time assigned to the 187th Infantry Brigade, a unit formed during the Cold War to reinforce NATO in Europe in the event of conflict with the Soviet Union. • Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC): HHC provided the battalion’s command and control, including staff, logistics, and specialized support, acting as the nerve center for 3-18 IN operations. • Cold War Service: During the Cold War, the 187th Infantry Brigade, including 3-18 IN, participated in REFORGER exercises, large-scale maneuvers designed to test the rapid deployment of US forces to Europe. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 18th Infantry Regiment’s insignia features a blue shield and a silver lion, symbolizing courage and valor in service. • Training Mission: In the 1970s and 1980s, HHC 3-18 IN often participated in readiness training at Fort Devens, Massachusetts, and other regional training sites to maintain rapid mobilization capability. • Vietnam Era Reorganization: The battalion’s structure and assignment to the 187th Brigade reflect U.S. Army post-Vietnam War reforms, emphasizing flexible, brigade-based organizations. • Historic Deployments: While not deployed as a battalion in major combat in recent decades, elements and personnel from 3-18 IN have supported operations around the world through individual assignments and task force participation. • Veteran Community: Alumni of HHC 3-18 IN and the 187th Brigade maintain active veteran networks, sharing stories of training, readiness alerts, and the unique esprit de corps of the unit. • Legacy of the 18th Infantry: The 18th Infantry Regiment’s motto, “In Omnia Paratus” (“Prepared for All Things”), continues to reflect the readiness and adaptability of its subordinate units, including HHC 3rd Battalion.