Christopher Garcia

The United States Marine Corps Reserve (USMCR) was established on August 29, 1916, as part of the Naval Appropriations Act, to provide a ready force of trained Marines available for active duty in times of war or national emergency. The USMCR played a significant role in both World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, and the Global War on Terror, augmenting and reinforcing active-duty Marine units. Reservists have participated in every major conflict since World War I, often deploying alongside their active-duty counterparts. Today, the USMC Reserve continues to provide operational flexibility, strategic depth, and community engagement, upholding the Marine Corps’ motto of “Semper Fidelis.”

The "Iron Horse" is a nickname historically associated with the U.S. Army’s 4th Infantry Division, activated in 1917. The division earned distinction in World War I and played a crucial role in the D-Day landings at Utah Beach during World War II. In the decades following, the 4th Infantry Division participated in the Vietnam War and multiple deployments in the Middle East, including Operation Iraqi Freedom, where they were instrumental in the capture of Saddam Hussein. Renowned for their adaptability and combat effectiveness, the "Iron Horse" remains a vital component of the U.S. Army’s armored and mechanized infantry forces.