U.S. Army

The 1st Battalion, 124th Infantry Regiment (1-124 IN) is a unit of the Florida Army National Guard with a distinguished lineage dating back to its origins in the late 19th century. Throughout its history, the battalion has served in numerous conflicts, including World Wars I and II, where it earned campaign streamers for its service in the European Theater. In the 21st century, the 1-124th Infantry was mobilized for Operation Iraqi Freedom, serving with distinction in security and combat operations. The battalion continues to serve as a vital component of the 53rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, maintaining readiness for both state and federal missions.

The 1st Squadron, 4th Cavalry Regiment (1/4th Cav) traces its origins to 1855, when it was constituted as the 4th Cavalry Regiment in the U.S. Army. Throughout its distinguished history, 1/4th Cav has served in numerous conflicts, including the American Indian Wars, the Civil War, the Philippine–American War, World War II, the Vietnam War, and the Global War on Terrorism. During the Vietnam War, the squadron became renowned for its reconnaissance and security operations as part of the 1st Infantry Division. Today, 1/4th Cav continues to serve as a vital armored cavalry unit, upholding its motto "Quarterhorse" and maintaining a legacy of courage and adaptability.

The 12th Engineer Battalion is a distinguished combat engineer unit of the United States Army with a lineage dating back to World War I. Reactivated for World War II, the battalion played a vital role in the European Theater, supporting the 8th Infantry Division by constructing bridges, clearing obstacles, and enabling rapid troop movement across France and Germany. During the Cold War, the unit was stationed in Germany, providing critical engineering support as part of NATO’s defense posture. In recent years, the 12th Engineer Battalion has served in operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, continuing its tradition of combat support and construction expertise in diverse and challenging environments.

Fort Ord was a major United States Army post located on the Monterey Bay in California, established in 1917 as a training ground for field artillery and cavalry units. During World War II, Fort Ord expanded rapidly, becoming a key training center for infantry divisions preparing for combat in the Pacific Theater. After the war, the post continued to serve as a major training facility, most notably as home to the 7th Infantry Division. Fort Ord was officially closed in 1994 as part of the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, with much of its land now serving as a national monument and educational site.

The 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, known as "Rock of the Marne," traces its origins to its formation in 1917. The unit distinguished itself in World War I, fighting valiantly in major campaigns such as the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. During World War II, the battalion participated in significant operations across Europe, including the liberation of France and the push into Germany. In subsequent decades, 1-38th Infantry has served in Korea, Iraq, and Afghanistan, earning numerous honors for its combat effectiveness and steadfast service. Today, the battalion remains an integral part of the U.S. Army, upholding a proud legacy of valor and dedication.

The Army Reserve Command (ARESCOM) of the Philippine Army was established on January 1, 1977, to oversee the organization, training, and operational readiness of Army reserve units across the country. Tasked with mobilizing reservists for national defense, disaster response, and community support, ARESCOM has played a vital role in augmenting the regular force during both peacetime and emergencies. Over the years, it has developed extensive training programs to maintain the competence and discipline of its reservists. Today, ARESCOM continues to serve as a critical component of the Philippine Army's total force, embodying the spirit of citizen soldiery and readiness for service.

Fort Jackson, located in Columbia, South Carolina, was established in 1917 as a training camp during World War I and named after President Andrew Jackson. Over the decades, it has played a pivotal role in preparing U.S. Army soldiers, serving as the Army’s largest basic combat training center. During World War II, Fort Jackson expanded significantly to accommodate the training of hundreds of thousands of troops. Today, it continues to be a vital installation, graduating nearly 50 percent of all soldiers entering the Army each year.

The 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment (1/68 Armor) was originally constituted on 1 January 1942 in the Regular Army as Company A, 68th Armored Regiment. It fought with distinction in World War II as part of the 6th Armored Division, participating in campaigns including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. In the postwar era, the battalion saw multiple activations, inactivations, and redesignations, serving under the 8th Infantry Division and later the 4th Infantry Division. In recent decades, 1/68 Armor has deployed in support of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, continuing its legacy of armored excellence and combat readiness.

The 1st Battalion, 72nd Armored Regiment (1/72nd AR) traces its origins to World War II, when the regiment was first activated in 1941 as part of the 2nd Armored Division. The battalion saw significant combat during the Korean War, earning a distinguished reputation for its actions at the Battle of Old Baldy and other key engagements. In subsequent decades, 1/72nd AR served in various locations, including Germany during the Cold War and later deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. Today, 1/72nd AR continues its legacy as a combat-ready armored unit, stationed at Camp Humphreys, South Korea, as part of the 2nd Infantry Division.

The 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, known as the "Wolfhounds," is a distinguished unit of the United States Army with a storied history dating back to its activation in 1901. The battalion first saw combat during the Philippine-American War and later earned recognition for its valor in World War II, particularly in the Pacific Theater. During the Korean War, the 1/27th fought in several major campaigns, cementing its reputation for resilience and effectiveness. In more recent decades, the unit has participated in deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, continuing its legacy of service as part of the 25th Infantry Division.

The 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment (1-64 AR), known as "Desert Rogues," has a distinguished history within the United States Army. Constituted in 1940, it first saw action during World War II as part of the 2nd Armored Division, participating in campaigns across North Africa and Europe. Over subsequent decades, the unit has served in major conflicts including Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. Currently assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Stewart, Georgia, 1-64th Armor continues to demonstrate excellence in armored warfare and combined arms operations.

The 122nd Signal Battalion was constituted on 3 June 1941 in the Regular Army and activated at Fort Benning, Georgia. Originally assigned to provide communications support for the 2nd Infantry Division, the battalion served with distinction throughout World War II, participating in campaigns across Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. After the war, the unit continued to support the 2nd Infantry Division during the Korean War, earning additional campaign honors for its vital communications role. In later years, the battalion was stationed in Korea, ensuring reliable communications until its inactivation in 2005 as part of Army modular transformation efforts.

The 1st Battalion, 508th Airborne Infantry Regiment (1/508th AIR) was originally activated in October 1942 at Camp Blanding, Florida, as part of the famed 82nd Airborne Division. The battalion distinguished itself during World War II, participating in key operations such as the D-Day landings in Normandy, Operation Market Garden in the Netherlands, and the Battle of the Bulge. After periods of inactivation and reactivation, the 1/508th has served in various capacities during the Cold War, the Global War on Terror, and NATO missions, demonstrating flexibility and readiness as an elite airborne unit. Today, the battalion maintains its proud legacy as part of the 82nd Airborne Division, upholding the motto "Fury from the Sky."

The 1st Battalion, 81st Field Artillery Regiment (1/81st FA) has a distinguished history within the United States Army, tracing its lineage back to the early 20th century. Originally constituted in 1917, the unit has served in various capacities, including as a training and support element for artillery operations. Throughout its history, the battalion has participated in both world conflicts and periods of peacetime, adapting to evolving artillery technology and tactics. In recent decades, 1/81st FA has primarily functioned as a training battalion at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, preparing new generations of artillerymen for service in the U.S. Army.

2nd Armored Division

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The 2nd Armored Division, nicknamed "Hell on Wheels," was activated on July 15, 1940, at Fort Benning, Georgia. The division gained fame during World War II, landing in North Africa in 1942 and later participating in the invasions of Sicily and Normandy. It played a crucial role in the breakout from Saint-Lô and the subsequent advance across France, Belgium, and into Germany, including the Battle of the Bulge. After the war, the division served during the Cold War in Germany and was deployed in Operation Desert Storm before its inactivation in 1995.

The Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) was established in February 1962 as the principal United States military command in South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Its mission was to provide military assistance, training, and advisory support to the South Vietnamese armed forces while coordinating and overseeing all U.S. military operations in Vietnam. MACV grew significantly during the 1960s, eventually commanding hundreds of thousands of U.S. and allied troops at the height of American involvement. The command played a central role in major campaigns such as the Tet Offensive and was dissolved in March 1973 following the withdrawal of U.S. combat forces and the implementation of the Paris Peace Accords.

**0004RAV BN 01 HHC ATCK BN FC** is a notional designation, but based on standard U.S. Army nomenclature, it likely refers to the Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC) of the 1st Attack Battalion (ATCK BN), under a parent unit designated as the 0004RAV Battalion, with "FC" possibly indicating a functional command or forward command. Historically, a unit such as this would be responsible for providing command and control, logistical support, and operational planning for attack aviation assets—typically attack helicopters like the AH-64 Apache. Since its activation, the battalion headquarters has coordinated numerous training exercises and supported both domestic and overseas deployments, ensuring combat readiness and mission success. The unit has earned recognition for its leadership, innovation in aviation tactics, and dedication to supporting ground forces in complex operational environments.

The 1st Battalion, 41st Field Artillery Regiment (1/41st FA) traces its roots to the 41st Field Artillery, which was constituted in 1918 as part of the National Army during World War I. The unit has served with distinction in numerous conflicts, including World War II, where it supported operations in Europe, and later in the Vietnam War. In recent decades, 1/41st FA has been an integral part of the 3rd Infantry Division, providing artillery fire support during Operation Iraqi Freedom and other deployments. Renowned for its technical proficiency and combat effectiveness, the battalion continues to uphold its motto, “Mission First,” while supporting U.S. Army operations worldwide.

AMERICAL DIVISION

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The Americal Division, officially designated as the 23rd Infantry Division, was formed in May 1942 on New Caledonia during World War II, becoming the only U.S. Army division to be created outside of U.S. territory. Initially assembled from Task Force 6814, the division earned distinction in the Guadalcanal, Bougainville, and Philippines campaigns in the Pacific Theater. After being deactivated post-war, the Americal Division was reactivated in 1954 for a brief period and again during the Vietnam War in 1967. In Vietnam, the division participated in major operations, including the infamous My Lai incident, before being inactivated in 1971.

The 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marines (2/2), based at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, is an infantry battalion of the United States Marine Corps. Activated in July 1925, 2/2 has a distinguished history, serving in major conflicts including World War II, the Korean War, the Gulf War, and the Global War on Terrorism. Notably, the battalion participated in the Battle of Tarawa during WWII and has deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan in recent decades. Known as "The Warlords," 2/2 remains a vital component of the 2nd Marine Division, ready to respond to crises worldwide.

The 97th Signal Battalion was first constituted on 3 February 1941 in the Regular Army and activated at Camp Beauregard, Louisiana. During World War II, the battalion provided critical communications support across the European Theater, notably participating in the Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe campaigns. After the war, the 97th Signal Battalion was stationed in Germany, serving during the Cold War as a vital link in U.S. Army Europe’s communications network. The unit was inactivated on 31 May 1993, having distinguished itself through decades of dedicated service in both war and peace.

The Hospital Corps School at Great Lakes, Illinois, was established in 1913 to train enlisted personnel of the United States Navy in medical skills, forming the backbone of the Navy’s Hospital Corps. Throughout the World Wars, Korean War, and Vietnam War, the school rapidly expanded, preparing tens of thousands of Hospital Corpsmen to serve with distinction both ashore and alongside Marines in combat zones. Renowned for its rigorous training, the school emphasized both medical proficiency and readiness for battlefield conditions. In 2011, the Hospital Corps School at Great Lakes was closed, and training was consolidated with other military medical training programs at the Medical Education and Training Campus (METC) in San Antonio, Texas.

The 13th Corps Support Command (13th COSCOM) was activated in 1965 at Fort Hood, Texas, to provide logistical support for III Corps and U.S. Army operations. Throughout its history, 13th COSCOM supplied transportation, maintenance, medical, and supply services to troops during major deployments, including Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in the Gulf War, and later in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. The unit played a crucial role in ensuring combat readiness and sustainment for U.S. and coalition forces. In 2006, 13th COSCOM was re-designated as the 13th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), continuing its legacy of logistical excellence.

3RD ACR

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The 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment (3rd ACR), also known as the "Brave Rifles," was first constituted in 1846 and has served the United States Army in numerous conflicts. The regiment distinguished itself in the Mexican-American War, the Indian Wars, World War II, and the Gulf War, consistently demonstrating adaptability and valor. In the 21st century, the 3rd ACR played a significant role in Operation Iraqi Freedom, conducting reconnaissance, security, and stability operations. Renowned for its versatility and storied heritage, the unit continues to embody its motto, "Brave Rifles, Veterans," reflecting its longstanding tradition of excellence.