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ABOUT 9th Infantry
- The 9th Infantry Regiment was first organized in 1798 during the Quasi-War with France.
- During the Civil War, the 9th Infantry fought in major battles such as Bull Run, Antietam, and Gettysburg.
- In 1944 during World War II, the 9th Infantry Regiment landed on Utah Beach during the D-Day invasion of Normandy.
- During the Vietnam War, the 9th Infantry Regiment earned the nickname "Manchus" for their fierce fighting in the Mekong Delta.
- Members of the 9th Infantry Regiment have earned numerous awards and decorations, including the Medal of Honor.
- The 9th Infantry Regiment is one of the oldest active infantry regiments in the United States Army.
- During the Korean War, the 9th Infantry Regiment fought in the Battle of Pork Chop Hill and the Battle of Heartbreak Ridge.
- In 1990, the 9th Infantry Regiment deployed to Saudi Arabia as part of Operation Desert Shield.
- Since the September 11th attacks, the 9th Infantry Regiment has been deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of the Global War on Terrorism.
- The 9th Infantry Regiment is known for its motto "Keep Up the Fire," which reflects its long history of combat and bravery.
