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History of Co C 3:23 inf. 3d Bde 2d Inf Div

Company C, 3rd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, boasts a storied military history dating back to its origins in the 19th century. The 23rd Infantry Regiment was first organized in 1812 and has seen action in major conflicts including the Civil War, World War I, and World War II. During the Vietnam War, Company C, as part of the 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, was deployed to South Vietnam, where it participated in numerous combat operations and counterinsurgency missions. The unit is recognized for its professionalism, bravery, and steadfast service in defense of U.S. interests throughout its distinguished history.

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  • Lineage of the 23rd Infantry: Company C, 3rd Battalion, 23rd Infantry is part of a storied regiment with roots dating back to 1812, originally constituted as part of the U.S. Army during the War of 1812.
  • Korean War Fame: The 23rd Infantry Regiment, including its 3rd Battalion, gained fame during the Korean War, notably at the Battle of Chipyong-ni, where it held out against overwhelming Chinese forces in February 1951.
  • Affiliation with the 2nd Infantry Division: Company C, 3/23 IN was part of the 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, known as "Indianhead," a unit with a distinguished combat record in World War I, World War II, Korea, and more recent conflicts.
  • Vietnam War Deployment: Company C, 3rd Battalion, 23rd Infantry served in Vietnam, where the 2nd Infantry Division's units participated in major operations, including counterinsurgency and search-and-destroy missions.
  • Operation Just Cause: Elements of the 23rd Infantry, including soldiers from Company C, participated in Operation Just Cause in Panama (1989), contributing to the removal of Manuel Noriega’s regime.
  • Historic Nickname: The 23rd Infantry Regiment is known as the “Tomahawks,” a nickname honoring its fierce fighting spirit and Native American heritage emblem on the 2nd Infantry Division patch.
  • Cold War Garrison: During the Cold War, Company C, 3/23 IN and its parent units were often stationed along the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) in Korea, serving as a bulwark against North Korean aggression.
  • Medal of Honor Recipients: The 23rd Infantry Regiment boasts several Medal of Honor recipients, including actions by its soldiers in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War, exemplifying valor and sacrifice.
  • Reactivation and Modern Service: After periods of inactivation and reactivation, Company C, 3/23 IN has continued to serve in various capacities, including training missions and deployments in support of Global War on Terrorism operations.
  • Unit Insignia: The distinctive unit insignia of the 23rd Infantry features a blue shield with a silver bend and a tomahawk, symbolizing its rich history and warrior ethos.

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