About this Unit
Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), 9th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, is a storied unit in the U.S. Army with roots dating back to the 19th century. The 9th Infantry Regiment, known as the "Manchu Regiment," was originally activated in 1855 and has served in major conflicts including the Indian Wars, the Philippine-American War, World Wars I and II, the Korean War, and beyond. As part of the 7th Infantry Division, the regiment played a critical role in the Pacific Theater during World War II and saw intense combat during the Korean War, notably at the Battle of Pork Chop Hill. HHC provides the command and administrative backbone for the regiment, supporting its operational effectiveness throughout its distinguished service history.
Historical Facts
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Historic Roots: The 9th Infantry Regiment ("Manchu") was first constituted in 1855 and has a storied history, serving in major conflicts from the Indian Wars to the present day.
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Boxer Rebellion - The “Manchu” Nickname: The regiment earned the nickname “Manchu” after its campaign in China during the Boxer Rebellion (1900), notably for a 55-mile forced march to relieve besieged diplomats in Peking (Beijing).
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Korean War Heroics: The 9th Infantry Regiment played a pivotal role in the defense of the Pusan Perimeter and the breakout from the Chosin Reservoir during the Korean War.
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Vietnam Deployments: Elements of the 9th Infantry Regiment, including HHC, served with distinction in Vietnam, conducting numerous air and ground operations.
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7th Infantry Division Assignments: The 9th Infantry Regiment was assigned to the 7th Infantry Division, with HHC (Headquarters and Headquarters Company) serving as the command and control element for the regiment.
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“Keep Up the Fire” Motto: The regimental motto, "Keep Up the Fire," originated during the Boxer Rebellion and remains a defining element of the unit’s identity.
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Fort Ord Legacy: During the 1980s and early 1990s, HHC, 9th Infantry Regiment was stationed at Fort Ord, California, as part of the light infantry configuration of the 7th ID.
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Grenada and Panama Operations: Soldiers from the 9th Infantry Regiment participated in Operation Just Cause (Panama, 1989) and Operation Urgent Fury (Grenada, 1983) as part of the 7th ID.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 9th Infantry Regiment’s insignia features a Chinese dragon and the Great Wall, representing its China campaign honors and “Manchu” nickname.
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Regimental March: The regiment has its own march, "The Manchu March," commemorating the heroic forced march in China and instilling pride in its soldiers, including those in HHC.
