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History of 4th Btn 30th Infantry

The 4th Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment has a distinguished history within the United States Army, tracing its lineage back to the formation of the 30th Infantry Regiment in 1916. The regiment saw significant action during World War I, participating in major campaigns such as the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. In World War II, its battalions, including the 4th, fought valiantly in the European Theater, notably during the Normandy landings and subsequent operations in France and Germany. Throughout its service, the 4th Battalion has maintained a reputation for courage and professionalism, contributing to American military operations in multiple conflicts.

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ABOUT 4th Btn 30th Infantry

  • Origins in the Civil War: The 30th Infantry Regiment was first constituted in 1866, but its lineage traces back to various earlier units that fought in the Civil War, giving it a deep historical foundation.
  • World War I Service: The 4th Battalion, 30th Infantry, as part of the 3rd Infantry Division, participated in major World War I campaigns, including the Marne and Meuse-Argonne offensives.
  • “Rock of the Marne”: During the Second Battle of the Marne in 1918, the 30th Infantry Regiment earned the famous nickname "Rock of the Marne" for its steadfast defense against German attacks.
  • World War II Actions: The 4th Battalion’s parent regiment saw extensive action in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and Germany, participating in key battles such as Anzio and the liberation of southern France.
  • Presidential Unit Citation: The 30th Infantry Regiment received the Presidential Unit Citation for extraordinary heroism in action during World War II, notably during the Anzio campaign.
  • Cold War Deployments: After WWII, the 4th Battalion and its parent units were stationed in West Germany as part of the NATO defense force during the tense years of the Cold War.
  • Vietnam War Involvement: Elements of the 30th Infantry Regiment, including the 4th Battalion, deployed to Vietnam, participating in combat operations and earning multiple commendations.
  • Humanitarian Missions: The unit has been involved in various humanitarian and peacekeeping missions, reflecting the broader role of the U.S. Army in global affairs beyond combat operations.
  • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 30th Infantry Regiment's insignia features a blue shield with a gold fleur-de-lis and a rock, symbolizing its French campaigns and "Rock of the Marne" legacy.
  • Modern Reorganizations: The 4th Battalion has been inactivated, reactivated, and reorganized several times, most recently serving as a training unit at Fort Benning, Georgia, continuing its legacy of shaping new generations of soldiers.

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