Lindsey Morrison

Military Units

Through America’s Wars

Throughout our history, the brave men and women of our armed forces have served valiantly to secure the freedoms we enjoy today. Following is a collection of articles tracing the lineage of some of the most famous military units in American history.

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The “Gimlet” Regiment: 21st Infantry

Since its creation in 1861, the 21st Infantry Regiment – the “Gimlet” regiment – has earned 56 wartime campaign streamers – a record matched by few...

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The "Cottonbalers" Regiment: 7th U.S. Infantry

The 7th United States Infantry Regiment possesses an illustrious history as one of the five oldest continuously serving regiments in the U.S. Army...

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The "Old Guard:" 3d U.S. Infantry

The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment or "Old Guard" is the oldest regiment in the Regular United States Army. Today, it is best-known for its ceremonial...

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The 16th Infantry Regiment, United States Army

In the Wheatfield at Gettysburg, Omaha Beach at Normandy, Ramadi and Fallujah in Iraq and a host of deadly places in between, the 16th Infantry...

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The “Fighting Eagles” Regiment: 8th U.S. Infantry

Colonel William J. Worth formed the 8th U.S. Infantry Regiment, nicknamed the “Fighting Eagles,” on July 5, 1838, in West Troy, New York. After...

Officers and Men of Company K, 1st U.S. Cavalry at Brandy Station, VA in February 1864.

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The 1st U.S. Cavalry

On March 2, 1833, President Andrew Jackson signed a bill that established the regiment of United States Dragoons. Dragoon units were not uncommon to...