HWB 1:2 ACR

**HWB 1/2 ACR** refers to the Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 1st Squadron, 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment (now known as the 2nd Cavalry Regiment). The 1/2 ACR has a storied lineage, tracing its roots back to the formation of the 2nd Dragoons in 1836. Throughout its history, HWB 1/2 ACR provided command and control for reconnaissance and security operations, seeing combat in major conflicts such as the Indian Wars, World War II, the Gulf War, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The unit is recognized for its adaptability, having transitioned from horse-mounted cavalry to armored vehicles and Strykers, playing a critical role in both European and Middle Eastern theaters. Today, its legacy continues as part of the U.S. Army’s premier cavalry regiment, maintaining readiness for rapid deployment and reconnaissance missions.