HHQ 2:22 25th Infantry Division

• Formation and Name: Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment (HHQ 2/22), is part of the historic 25th Infantry Division, also known as "Tropic Lightning." • Civil War Roots: The 22nd Infantry Regiment traces its lineage back to 1861, originally formed as the 2nd Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment during the American Civil War. • World War II Actions: As part of the 4th Infantry Division, the regiment landed on Utah Beach on D-Day, June 6, 1944, and fought across France and Germany. • Vietnam War Deployment: The 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry (known as "Triple Deuce"), was assigned to the 25th Infantry Division in Vietnam, serving from 1966 to 1970 and distinguishing itself in multiple operations. • Mechanized Infantry: 2/22 was one of the first mechanized infantry battalions deployed to Vietnam, utilizing armored personnel carriers for increased mobility and firepower. • Battle of Soui Tre: In March 1967, the battalion played a pivotal role in the Battle of Soui Tre, repelling a massive Viet Cong assault and earning a Presidential Unit Citation. • Motto: The 22nd Infantry Regiment’s motto is “Deeds, Not Words,” reflecting its emphasis on action and results. • Modern Deployments: In the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, HHQ 2/22 deployed as part of the 25th Infantry Division’s Stryker Brigade, participating in critical operations and counterinsurgency missions. • Distinctive Insignia: The unit’s distinctive unit insignia includes a blue shield with a silver arrow and a red border, representing the regiment’s infantry roots and combat readiness. • Decorations: Over its long history, the 2/22 Infantry and its HHQ have received numerous awards, including Presidential Unit Citations, Valorous Unit Awards, and foreign decorations for gallantry and meritorious service.