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About HHD 9:9th Infantry

The Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 9th Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment (HHD 9/9th Infantry), traces its lineage to the storied 9th Infantry Regiment, originally constituted in 1855. Over its history, the regiment and its subordinate units, including HHD 9/9th Infantry, have served with distinction in major conflicts such as the Indian Wars, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. During the Vietnam War, elements of the 9th Infantry Regiment, including the 9th Battalion, were actively engaged in combat operations, earning numerous unit citations and commendations for valor and effectiveness. Today, the legacy of HHD 9/9th Infantry is honored through the continued service and traditions of the 9th Infantry Regiment within the United States Army.

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Boot Camp

Company C 1st Bn. 38th Inf. Regt. • U.S. Army • 1989

1980

101st airborne division • U.S. Army

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New uniform for wedding

82nd Airborne • U.S. Army • 2018

About HHD 9:9th Infantry

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins: The 9th Infantry Regiment, nicknamed "Manchu," was constituted in 1855, making it one of the oldest active-duty infantry regiments in the U.S. Army. • China Service: The regiment earned its "Manchu" nickname while serving in China during the Boxer Rebellion (1900), where it famously marched to relieve the siege of Peking. • Korean War: The 9th Infantry Regiment played a key role in major battles, including the defense of the Pusan Perimeter and the advance to the Yalu River. • Vietnam War: The 9th Infantry was one of the first units deployed to Vietnam, participating in multiple campaigns, including the Tet Offensive. • HHD/9th Infantry: "HHD" stands for Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment/Company, providing command, control, and administrative support for the battalion or regiment. • Motto: The 9th Infantry Regiment’s proud motto is "Keep Up the Fire," commemorating its tenacious defense during the Boxer Rebellion. • Presidential Unit Citations: The 9th Infantry has received multiple Presidential Unit Citations for extraordinary heroism during World War II and the Korean War. • Distinctive Insignia: The regiment's insignia features a Chinese dragon, symbolizing its service in China. • Modern Deployments: Elements of the 9th Infantry, including HHD elements, have participated in recent operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. • Tradition: "Manchu Mile" is a rigorous 25-mile march conducted by the regiment, honoring the arduous march to Peking during the Boxer Rebellion—a tradition still observed by the unit today.