HHC3:32ND INFANTRY 7TH DIV

• Regimental Heritage: The 32nd Infantry Regiment, known as the "Queen's Own," was constituted in 1916 and has served in several major conflicts, including World War II, the Korean War, and beyond. • World War II Valor: The regiment participated in the Aleutian Islands Campaign, helping to recapture Attu Island from Japanese forces in 1943, a rare battle fought on American soil. • Korean War Actions: The 32nd Infantry was among the first U.S. units to arrive in Korea in 1950, earning a Presidential Unit Citation for its defense at the Battle of Inchon and the subsequent drive to Seoul. • 7th Infantry Division Legacy: HHC3/32nd Infantry was part of the 7th Infantry Division, a formation with a distinguished record from WWII through the Cold War, particularly in the Pacific Theater. • “Queen’s Own” Nickname: The regiment earned the nickname "Queen’s Own" due to its association with Queen Emma of Hawaii, who was an honorary colonel of the unit during the 19th century. • Panama and Central America: In the late 1980s, elements of the 32nd Infantry participated in Operation Just Cause, the U.S. invasion of Panama to depose Manuel Noriega. • Arctic Training: The 32nd Infantry and its battalions, including HHC3, often trained in extreme cold weather environments, reflecting the division’s experience in Alaska and northern Japan. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The regiment’s insignia features a blue shield with a silver wolf’s head, symbolizing courage and vigilance. • HHC Role: The Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC) of 3rd Battalion provided essential command, control, and support functions, making it the nerve center for operations. • Deactivation and Modern Service: 3rd Battalion, 32nd Infantry has been inactivated and reactivated several times, but its lineage and honors continue to influence current Army units and doctrine.