The 2nd Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment (2/12 Cavalry) is a distinguished unit of the United States Army, originally constituted in 1901. During the Vietnam War, 2/12 Cavalry served with the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), participating in major operations including the Battle of Ia Drang and the Tet Offensive. In more recent history, the battalion has been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, playing key roles in counterinsurgency and stability operations. Today, 2/12 Cavalry continues to serve as a combined arms battalion, upholding a proud tradition of service and adaptability.
