Patrick A. McBride

C Company, 1st Battalion, 501st Infantry Regiment, is a distinguished unit within the 101st Airborne Division ("Screaming Eagles"), a formation renowned for its airborne and air assault capabilities. Activated during World War II, the 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment played a pivotal role in major operations such as D-Day and Operation Market Garden. In Vietnam, C Company and the 1/501st earned numerous commendations for their valor during intense jungle combat. More recently, the unit has served with distinction in Iraq and Afghanistan, upholding the division's legacy of rapid deployment and combat excellence.

101st Airborne

U.S. Army

The 101st Airborne Division is a specialized unit of the United States Army that is trained for air assault operations. It was created during World War II and gained fame for its role in the D-Day invasion of Normandy in 1944. The division has since participated in numerous conflicts around the world, including the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Known as the "Screaming Eagles," the 101st Airborne is considered one of the most elite and versatile divisions in the US military.