2nd Cavalry Regiment (United States)

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was redesignated for the 2d Constabulary Squadron on 21 January 1948. The insignia was redesignated for the 2d Armored Cavalry Regiment (US Constabulary) on 17 March 1949. It was redesignated for the 2d Armored Cavalry Regiment on 1 September 1955. The distinctive unit insignia was amended to change the description on 20 August 1965. It was redesignated effective 16 April 2005, for the 2d Cavalry Regiment.

2019:. Conducting a delaying action, the two squadrons worked in tandem and managed to keep the enemy at bay until 1100, when reinforcements of the 4th Armored Division arrived and beat back the Germans. This battle provides a perfect example of how Mechanized Cavalry Groups were designed to function in World War II. Had it not been for the screening and delaying efforts of the 2nd MCG, the main effort of the 2527:. This action forced them to stay in Iraq for a further three months. The battles of Al Kut, Kufa, and Al Diwaniyah were short, but intense. The regiment was forced to retake each town from hostile forces and seize government buildings. In An Najaf, hundreds of Mahdi Militiamen fought a protracted urban campaign that lasted a few weeks. In late June 2004, the 2nd Cavalry was relieved by elements of the 3057:. Indian Wars. On 7 May 1877 at Little Muddy Creek, Montana, and on 29 August 1877 at Camas Meadows, Idaho, while serving with Company L, for gallantry in action with hostile Sioux, at Little Muddy Creek, Mont.; having been wounded in the hip so as to be unable to stand, at Camas Meadows, Idaho, he still continued to direct the men under his charge until the enemy withdrew. 2073:. Holding the flank against the Germans, the 2nd MCG freed up troops needed for the assault on the southern shoulder of the Bastogne salient. This period was marked by active patrolling and small unit actions to harass the Germans and divert their attention from their main objectives. In early January 1945, C Troop of the 2nd Squadron seized the town of 2712:. On 25 November 2008, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment (Stryker) was officially welcomed back to Vilseck, Germany on 7 October 2008. In Iraq from 2007 to 2008, the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment lost 29 soldiers killed, 250 injured, and 70 vehicles were damaged. They managed to kill over 100 confirmed enemies and capture 1,100 more. 100,000 670:

26 November 1946, it was redesignated for the 2d Constabulary Squadron. It was redesignated for the 2d Armored Cavalry Regiment (US Constabulary) on 17 March 1949. The coat of arms was redesignated for the 2d Armored Cavalry on 1 September 1955. The insignia was redesignated effective 16 April 2005, for the 2d Cavalry Regiment.

1218: 1206: 1166:'s cavalry in a head-to-head charge. This action hurt Stuart's reputation in the eyes of Southern leadership, just three weeks before the Battle of Gettysburg. Leading up to the Battle of Gettysburg, the 2nd Cavalry fought a continuous recon and counter-recon with Stuart's cavalry until the two armies met at 1869:, Kansas from 1919 to 1939. They performed their peacetime duties as a school training regiment for the Cavalry School. Here at Fort Riley, the regiment was equipped with its first armored cars in 1936, the year they celebrated their centennial, marking 100 years of proud national service. In 1938, the 2784: 2388:

While the ground squadrons were in Bosnia, the regimental headquarters deployed to Germany to train with the 1st Armored Division Headquarters in preparation for assuming command in Bosnia. During August and September, the regiment was spread across five countries on two continents, and was under the

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on 6 April 1917. The 2nd Cavalry Regiment, while at Fort Ethan Allen, was split into thirds; one third remained as the 2nd Cavalry, and the other two became the 18th Cavalry Regiment and the 19th Cavalry Regiment. These "skeletons" of cadre were then recruited to full strength. Later in the year, the

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both earned the Medal of Honor during this battle for their intrepid leadership and courage. This action forced the Sioux to flee back to Canada. CPT Huggins became the 12th Colonel of the 2nd Cavalry, and today, the annual Regimental award for the most outstanding junior officer is named in honor of

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The band was located near Box Elder Creek, Montana on 25 March 1879, and was persuaded to accompany the troopers back to Fort Keogh. During the march back, on 5 April, several Indians escaped and attacked the soldiers. SGT T.B. Glover took 10 men of B Troop and charged the numerically superior enemy,

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On 9 October 1864, the 2nd Cavalry, as part of the reserve brigade of the 1st Cavalry Division, the regiment attacked the flanks of the Confederate line, forcing them to retreat. During this action, PVT Edward Hanson of H Company earned the Medal of Honor for braving enemy fire to capture the flag of

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in June 1864, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment charged the Confederate Cavalry and smashed their lines. CPT T.F. Rodenbough led the charge and was wounded, and earned the Medal of Honor for his heroism in this brief but savage charge. Returning to duty in September 1864, he led the regiment in another charge

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for its service in Operation Desert Storm. By the end of its covering force mission in Iraq, the 2nd ACR had broken the Republican Guard's defensive line, provided intelligence to the VII Corps commander, and moved over 250 kilometers. It also captured 2,000 prisoners, destroyed 159 enemy tanks, and

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The eight-pointed star insignia worn by dragoons, the 2d Cavalry having been originally formed as the Second Regiment of Dragoons in 1836. The palmetto leaf represents the Regiment's first action against the Seminole Indians in Florida, where the palmetto leaf grows in abundance. The fleur-de-lis is

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The coat of arms was originally approved for the 2d Cavalry Regiment on 6 August 1920. It was amended to change the 6 pointed stars to 8 pointed stars to conform to the old dragoon star on 28 April 1924. The coat of arms was redesignated for the 2d Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron on 31 July 1944. On

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became the 31st Colonel of the Regiment. It was reorganized as the Headquarters and Headquarters Troop (HHT), 2nd Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, Mechanized (present day 1st Squadron), and 42nd Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, Mechanized (present day 2nd Squadron). In July 1944, the 2nd MCG landed

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reported that their quarry had turned on them, stole their pack train, and began attempting to escape to Canada. Despite being low on supplies, L Troop and two additional Troops of the 1st Cavalry were dispatched to retrieve the pack train. After a hard ride, the Indians were overtaken and a fierce

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One trooper, PVT Thomas Hubbard, was wounded, but they managed to hold the Indians at bay and inflicted several casualties. When the hostile band retreated after an hour of fighting, the troopers left, took a settler family under their charge and returned safely. All 5 men were awarded the Medal of

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Resaca de la Palma, Texas, 9 May 1846. Here Captain Charles A. May's squadron of the 2d Dragoons (now 2d Armored Cavalry Regiment) slashed through the enemy lines in an attack that climaxed the opening campaigns of the Mexican War. Their bravery proved that the 2,500 American soldiers under Zachary

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as he and his band tried to escape to Canada. The ensuing engagement was brief, but violent, and resulted in the capture of the Indians and their mounts. Lt McClernand was awarded the Medal of Honor for his gallantry. After a four-day siege, Chief Joseph surrendered his band to General Howard on 4

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on 9 May 1846, Companies D and E under Captain Charles A. May were ordered to eliminate a battery of Mexican guns. Prior to the charge, May issued a simple order; "Remember your Regiment and follow your officers." This became the 2nd Dragoon Regiment's motto. The attack destroyed the enemy battery

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The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 2d Cavalry Regiment on 16 January 1923. The insignia was amended to change the 6 pointed star to an 8 pointed star to conform to the old dragoon star on 28 April 1924. On 23 March 1931, it was amended to prescribe the method of wear. It

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militias. The Dragoons also conducted humanitarian operations and partnered with their Iraqi allies to make this possible. In Operation Glad Tidings of Benevolence 50,000 Iraqi soldiers and police officers assisted the regiment in aiding the community, as well as clearing out villages, roads, and

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and the 2nd Squadron began scouting for possible crossing points. Despite a failed crossing attempt by 80th Division troops against stiff resistance, the 2nd MCG was active in scouting and screening during this period. On 4 September, B and F Troops of the 42nd Squadron defeated a column of 1,000

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and winding through the woods nearby. The men from the Regiment were commended for "...accomplishing their tasks with fearlessness, courage, and disregard for danger and hardship." By the end of the war, 2nd Cavalry troopers had earned three more campaign streamers for the regimental standard for

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When the Civil War ended, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment was sent west to fight against hostile Indian tribes and protect American settlers. With US troops focused on fighting Confederate forces in the east, the Indians of the frontier grew bolder. The vastness of the American frontier meant that the

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The color of the facings of the old dragoon regiment was orange, which is used for the field of the shield; the insignia was an eight-pointed star of gold, two of them (conforming with the numerical designation) are placed on the shield. The traditional episode in the regiment is the charge of

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A metal and enamel device one inch (2.54 cm) in height consisting of a gold eight pointed star of rays surmounted by a green palmetto leaf charged with a silver color fleur-de-lis, on a green ribbon scroll forming the base of the device, the regimental motto "Toujours Prêt" in gold metal

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into Bosnia in August 1997 to augment the 1st Infantry Division (Forward) in support of Bosnia-Herzegovina's municipal elections. The regiment's air cavalry, the 4th Squadron and the Regimental Support Squadron also moved into the country. The regiment's separate units – the 502nd Military

1747:, arrived in France on 26 June 1917, and 31 troopers from the 2nd Cavalry Headquarters Troop served as his escort. These were the first American troops to land on European soil in the First World War. April 1918 saw the rest of the 2nd Cavalry arrive in France. The regiment was sent to the 2770:

In the summer of 2013, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment deployed to Afghanistan for a second time in southern Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and the International Security Assistance Force. The Regiment redeployed to Rose Barracks in April 2014. The Regiment was awarded the

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of H Company both earned the Medal of Honor for their gallantry in this battle. While searching the ruined village, the troopers found many uniforms, guidons, and weapons from the 7th Cavalry Regiment, and they left knowing that they had avenged those fallen at Little Bighorn.

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In the winter of 1886, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment was charged with preventing Indians from crossing the border from Canada and protecting settlers in Montana and Wyoming. In early March 1887, a large band of Sioux entered Montana from Canada without warning, and C Troop from

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Returning from the Gulf, the 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment was inactivated at Nuremberg, Germany. The regiment was reactivated as the 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment (Light) in 1993 by renaming the previous 199th Infantry Brigade (Motorized), the former 3rd Brigade,

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direct command and control of three different general officer commands. This period included another first for any Army unit during a 12-month period: the regiment participated in major training exercises at all three of the Army's combat training centers: The

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and returned to Fort Polk on 15 July 2004. In Iraq, the Dragoons suffered 21 killed and over 100 wounded. They had inflicted 1,000 deaths on their enemy and captured hundreds more. A total of 16 months was spent in combat, and the regiment earned another

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mission to kill or capture high value targets. The remainder of the squadron continued to secure the Agar Quf region and conducted both combat and humanitarian operations. In January 2008, Fires Squadron was returned to Regimental control, and 1st

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in July and August 1898, but illness forced them to return to the US. In January 1899, the entire regiment began pacification duty in Cuba where they remained for three years, facilitating public education and improving the island's sanitation.

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during Operation Raider Harvest to clear out AQI strongholds. From December 2007-October 2008, the region was made safer and infrastructure was improved by the squadron as they defeated numerous AQI cells and conducted humanitarian operations.

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in which 3d Squadron, along with the other units in the CTF, earned the Presidential Unit Citation along with several personal medals for valor for the intense fighting and stabilization brought back to the region which took place during the

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ceremony. The 2nd CR was reflagged as the 4th Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division (Stryker). The 1st Brigade, 25th Infantry Division cased its brigade colors and was reflagged as the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment. The Army re-stationed 2nd SCR to

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Under an act of Congress dated 23 August 1842 the regiment was re-designated as the Regiment of Riflemen effective 4 March 1843. This act was repealed on 4 April 1844 and the regiment reverted to its previous designation.

2034:. Despite fierce German resistance, the 42nd Squadron dismounted and attacked along a two-mile front and seized their objectives. The attack was conducted entirely dismounted with cavalrymen acting as infantry, much like 645:

Tenné, a dragoon in the uniform of the Mexican War mounted on a white horse brandishing a saber and charging a Mexican field gun defended by a gunner armed with a rammer all proper, in chief two eight-pointed mullets Or.

2401:(JMRC) at Hohenfels, Germany. In October the remainder of the regiment rode into theater, assuming responsibility for the American sector of Multinational Division (North), which stretched from the war-torn bridge at 2276:. The 2nd Squadron, 2nd ACR alone contributed 55 Iraqi tanks destroyed, 45 other armored vehicles, an equal number of trucks, hundreds of Iraqi infantry KIA, and 865 Iraqi soldiers taken prisoner. The unit earned the 2002:

on 11 September 1944. They were often engaged in heavy contact against German units while protecting the flanks of the 4th Armored Division's assault. On 16 September, the Dragoons launched a squadron-sized attack on

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CPL Harry Garland, wounded and unable to stand, continued to direct his men in the battle until the Indians withdrew. For his actions, he would receive the Medal of Honor along with three other men from L Troop; 1SG

828:. The 2nd Dragoons brought the fight to the hostile Seminoles, rather than wait to be ambushed inside a fort like other units did. Company D drew first blood on 10 June 1836 in an engagement at Welika Pond, close to 2511:, clashed in a violent battle that cost 8 US and 300 enemy deaths. This initial battle marked the beginning of several more uprisings throughout Iraq, and the 2nd Cavalry was soon sent south to battle insurgents in 880:. The remainder of the regiment stayed in Florida to patrol for hostile bands of Seminoles. Fort Jessup became the regimental headquarters, and was the 2nd Dragoons' home for four years. When hostilities with the 1529:, Wyoming were sent to pursue them. After a 150-mile chase, the combatants met at O'Fallon's Creek, Montana. In the fierce battle that followed, the cavalrymen killed many braves and captured 46 of their horses. 2795:

and consists of the following units: There is a Regimental Headquarters and Headquarters Troop,Four Cavalry Squadrons,a Regimental Engineer Squadron,a Field Artillery Squadron and a Regimental Support Squadron

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Taylor had enough self-confidence and pluck to shatter the Mexican force of 6,000 and eject it forever from Texas. May's attack order was simple and effective: "Remember your regiment and follow your officers."

4020: 2673:. Here, the troopers secured the heart of Baghdad and turned it into one of the most secure areas of the city; they successfully partnered with units of the Iraqi Army and police to accomplish this mission. 2623:, 1st Squadron fought these insurgents until a ceasefire was brokered on 11 March. The squadron assisted building a security wall in Sadr City and conducted many civic action projects until it was sent to 2416:. Other significant operations that the regiment conducted include: the restructuring of the Republika Srpska Specialist Police; the creation of the first multi-ethnic police department, in the city of 4015: 3018: 3033:. Indian Wars. On 9 August 1877 at Big Hole, Montana, and on 20 August 1877 at Camas Meadows, Idaho, while serving with Company L, for displaying conspicuous gallantry, especial skill as sharpshooter. 3054: 1302:. The 12 cavalrymen and scout were surrounded and killed to a man, and their bodies were scalped and mutilated. However, they managed to kill an enemy chief, Yellow Horse, in the fight (known as the 959:, SGT Miller urged them to charge with only their sabers. In the ensuing battle, 6 Mexicans were killed, 13 were wounded, and 70 were captured at the cost of 1 wounded Dragoon and 3 wounded horses. 2642:(AQI) extremists, which resulted in 10 wounded Dragoons and 13 enemy killed in action. Working alongside the 3rd Squadron (Wolfpack), with Troops G, H, I, and N, they cleared the neighborhoods of 2116:. The rapid nature of the US advance made rear security of paramount importance, and the 2nd MCG conducted this mission along with other cavalry units. On 10 April, the 42nd Squadron attacked 300 1077:

was named the fourth Colonel of the regiment, but was promoted out of the job shortly after. Throughout the war, the 2nd Cavalry would be commanded by many company-grade officers such as Captains

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in Texas. In the summer of 1858, a group of Dragoons pursued a number of Comanche who had captured a white child, but soon were ambushed by 25 braves. The firefight escalated and the Dragoons and

1932:. The cavalry scouts performed such daring reconnaissance missions that their German foes gave them the nickname, "Ghosts of Patton's Army." In August, the 2nd MCG conducted recon of the city of 1235:

Like the other early mounted units, many members of the Second Cavalry went on to higher ranks and command positions on both sides during the war. A former lieutenant of the regiment, Colonel

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In April 2008, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment moved to Diyala Governorate to replace the 4th Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division and joined with elements of the 3rd Cavalry Regiment to combat extremist

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A 2nd Cavalry Regiment soldier, watches a young Iraqi boy pound steel into chainlinks during his platoon's patrol through the market area in the Karkh District of Baghdad September 8, 2007.

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and Hadar in Operation Dragoon Talon. The combined effort of 2nd Squadron and 3rd Squadron cleared out East Rashid or AQI insurgents, and allowed local nationals to return to their homes.

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detonated near a UN compound and a spinal cord clinic causing consternation and much damage. Elements of the 2nd Cavalry rushed to secure the area, and saved the lives of 125 UN workers.

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unit. Troops B, D, F, and H were formed into a provisional squadron and were the last element of the regiment to engage the enemy as horse-mounted cavalry. The 2nd Cavalry fought in the

3472: 3441: 2217:(CAT), finishing 4th – the first time the US entrant had not placed last. In 1989, the Iron Curtain was lifted, and the regiment halted their border security missions on 1 March 1990. 948:. COL Twiggs commanded the 2nd Dragoons for the rest of the war, and by the end, the regiment was one of two regiments in the Army that had elements participate in every major battle. 4035: 1877:

joined the 2nd Cavalry for maneuvers at Fort Riley, to practice and develop combined arms tactics. These maneuvers combined infantry, cavalry, armored, artillery, and aviation units.

1680:, a stretch of 262 miles. The troopers were busily engaged in the duties of border surveillance and border security. In December 1913, the 2nd Cavalry was moved out of their post at 3087:. Indian Wars. On 1 April 1880, at O'Fallons Creek, Montana, his fearless exposure and dashing bravery in cutting off the Indians' pony herd, thereby greatly crippling the hostiles. 1891:

thrust the US into the war. On 15 July 1942, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment was inactivated, and all the troops and equipment were transferred to the newly formed 2nd Armored Regiment,

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Intelligence Company; the 84th Engineer Company; Company H (Aviation Maintenance), 159th Aviation Regiment; and the Air Defense Battery – completed the regimental troop list.

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on 7 March, and killed 10 Germans, and captured 61. On 2 April, the cavalrymen, conducting scouting and screening missions, located and liberated 3,328 US and 3,205 Allied

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forcing them to surrender. SGT Glover received the Medal of Honor for this action. Chief Little Wolf eventually surrendered his band when the party returned to Fort Keogh.

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to combat this force. Peace talks succeeded before much blood was shed, but the 2nd Dragoons still had to complete a long and arduous winter march across the frontier. The

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fought off a band of roughly 500 Comanches, and killed 70 after five hours of fighting. The captured child was rescued in the end, and the engagement became known as the

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attempting to locate stray horses. A band of 50 Indians surrounded this detachment and the men raced for cover and made a fortified position with their two dead horses.

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was one of the last Lakota war-chiefs left resisting the US Government. The "Montana Battalion" of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment eventually caught up with his band near the

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only two days after their arrival. On 9 September 1837, three Dragoon companies and two companies of Florida Militia surrounded and raided a hostile village, capturing

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During the Indian Wars, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment earned 13 battle streamers to add to their flag, and 15 troopers received the Medal of Honor for their gallantry.

1454:. Today, the annual award for the most outstanding trooper in the 2nd Cavalry is called the Farrier Jones Award. On 18 September, a force of 600 men under General 3081:. Indian Wars. On 1 April 1880, at O'Fallons Creek, Montana, for surprising the Indians in their strong position and fighting them until dark with great boldness. 1406:

H Company charged the village and scattered the enemy horses, while the remaining troopers charged and routed the band of Lakota. During the intense battle, PVT

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After the Mexican–American War, the 2nd Dragoons headed west to protect the settlers on the new frontier that had just been gained by the United States in the

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At this point in the war, 6 American divisions massed on an 18-mile front separate from any European command. The 1st Infantry Division began their attack on

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for combat service in France in both World War I and World War II. The motto "Toujours Prêt" (Always Ready) expresses the spirit and élan of the Regiment.

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after preparatory fires, and engaged in their first combat operation in 45 years. Spearheading the VII Corps advance, the regiment attacked into southern

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As the Third Army began to advance east, the 2nd MCG protected the vulnerable rear and supply lines over a large frontage of 45 miles between Nantes and

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of K Company bravely rode back under fire to rescue his regimental commander. Schmidt was given the Medal of Honor for his swift and courageous action.

3652: 3379: 2147:, "Operation Cowboy" was launched to rescue the fine horses, and all were successfully herded or ridden back to American lines. This was dramatized by 1513:. Elements of E and I Troop under LT William P. Clark (who had earned a special rapport with the Indians) were sent to negotiate with these stalwarts. 2708:

At the completion of this 15-month tour in Iraq, it was at its most consolidated by June 2008 with all units in Diyala but 1st Squadron, which was in

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to conduct clearing operations with the 4th Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division. G, H, and I Troops were sent to the "breadbasket of Iraq" in the

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in which 11 soldiers of the 2nd Cavalry and an Indian guide were killed 2 July 1867 at Beaver Creek, Sherman County Kansas by Cheyenne & Sioux.

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Custer grew impatient and moved out ahead of schedule, and when LT Kidder's party arrived, they found the camp to be deserted. Making their way to

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Bezaleel W. Armstrong, second lieutenant, 2nd Dragoons, 1846; served in the Mexican War at Vera Cruz and Mexico City, 1847–48; died 1849, aged 26,

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onto their ships. These four troops quickly found that they were the only horse-mounted cavalry units in Cuba, and soon began working for General

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Heroism was not limited to the officers of the 2nd Dragoons; in November 1847, SGT Jack Miller's small patrol of 20 Dragoons was ambushed by near

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On 12 August 2007, the Dragoons arrived in Kuwait and prepared for another combat deployment in Iraq. On 13 September, the regiment replaced the

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German soldiers attempting to attack the XII Corps flank by massing direct fire from their light tanks, and indirect fire from artillery units.

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during the war and their unit heraldry still bears the insignia of the 2nd Dragoons. The 77th Field Artillery served with distinction with the

724: 81: 3402: 2143:, a cavalryman himself, ordered their rescue when he learned that the Lipizzaners would fall under Soviet control. On 12 May, four days after 743:. These two regiments were consolidated on 30 March 1814 into the Regiment of Light Dragoons but this new unit was dissolved on 15 June 1815. 3894: 3406: 3072: 3024: 1410:

of L Company became isolated, and defended his position behind a large rock for two hours before he was rescued by his comrades. He, and PVT

1170:. Here, the regiment dismounted and skirmished the Confederates in a delaying action until the main Union force could reach the battlefield. 751: 155: 3069:. Indian Wars. On 20 September 1877, for gallantly attacking a band of hostiles and conducting the combat with excellent skill and boldness. 2127:

One of the most remarkable missions the 2nd MCG performed was at the end of the war. On 28 April, A Troop, 42nd Squadron seized the town of

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and was sent to clear the compromised southern flank of the division. After completing this mission, the 42nd Squadron attacked the town of

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and two companies of infantry." The Panzers' armor was too thick and the cavalrymen were forced to retreat. This was the beginning of the

1833:. From 26 September-2 October, spearheading the assault on the left flank, the 2nd Cavalry fought in a six-day running battle starting in 1505:

and began moving northwards. Dull Knife was intercepted and surrendered at Fort Robinson, Nebraska, but Little Wolf sought shelter in the

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retreat across the river. This action was completed without the loss of a man or a horse, and SGT Hagan was awarded the regiment's first

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vehicle, the Stryker unit has become more of a hybrid, filling the gap between pure, light infantry and the mechanized, heavy infantry.

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By April 1877, most of the US cavalry was in the west, fighting against bands of hostile Indians. The Cheyenne surrendered in December,

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The first major action of the regiment in Bosnia was the seizing of Serbian radio-television towers to control communications into the

1811: 716: 1462:, including Troops F, G, and H of the 2nd Cavalry, marched to stop Chief Joseph's band from reaching Canada. L Troop was sent back to 1275:. On 29 June 1867, a small party of 10 troopers and 1 Indian scout under LT Lyman Kidder were ordered to take dispatches from General 1190:

the 32nd Virginia Cavalry. The 2nd Cavalry Regiment earned 14 battle streamers and 5 Medals of Honor during their Civil War service.

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and defeat an enemy counterattack. The 2nd MCG then began to protect the southern flank of the 4th Armored Division as it fought to

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began. The three Troops of 2nd Cavalry were dispatched to drive away the Indians' ponies by attacking their rear. G Troop, under LT

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was killed by the Seminoles, becoming the first officer of the 2nd Dragoons to die in combat. The regiment under Lieutenant Colonel

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When they returned to the US in 1912, the 2nd Cavalry was sent to the border of Mexico to enforce border laws and prevent raids by

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with the mission of preventing Chief Sitting Bull from returning to US territory after escaping to Canada. In early winter, Chiefs

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Captain May's squadron on the Mexican artillery at Resaca de la Palma which is commemorated by the principal charge on the shield.

3045:. Indian Wars. On 7 May 1877, at Little Muddy Creek, Montana, and 20 August 1877 at Camas Meadows, Idaho, for gallantry in action. 2341:(UNQRF). They also seized illegal weapons, conducted security patrols, and protected the Haitian president, and the US President ( 3898: 3505: 2729: 1795: 1612:. During the armistice period, the women and children of Santiago were sent out of the city and into American lines to a camp in 1790:

and reached the Germans reserve lines. From here, the 2nd Cavalry passed through the forest and scouted the open country around

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Historical register and dictionary of the United States Army : from its organization, September 29, 1789, to March 2, 1903

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During the Battle of Fredericksburg in December 1862, SGT Martin Hagan of the 2nd Cavalry and a small group of troopers held a

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On 15 March 2010, the Department of Defense announced that the 2nd Cavalry Regiment would deploy to Afghanistan in support of

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began in 1945 with the ending of World War II, and the 2nd Cavalry was charged with conducting border surveillance along the

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included rear area security, attempting to disrupt the activities of German infiltrators. They were then attached to General

1764: 1760: 1734: 1730: 1364:, the cavalrymen attacked, but were repulsed, and the 2nd Cavalry lost 1 man killed and 5 wounded. 66 men also suffered from 1665:

from 10 to 12 January 1912. The regiment continued patrolling and security operations until they arrived home in June 1912.

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On a wreath of the colors (Or and Tenné) the head dress of the dragoons of 1836 Proper. Motto Toujours Prêt (Always Ready).

3950: 2496: 2398: 1929: 1892: 1870: 1373: 1349: 801: 554: 510: 238: 28: 3021:. Indian Wars. On 15 May 1870, while serving with Company C at Little Blue, Nebraska, for displaying gallantry in action. 3015:. Indian Wars. On 15 May 1870, while serving with Company C at Little Blue, Nebraska, for displaying gallantry in action. 3009:. Indian Wars. On 15 May 1870, while serving with Company C at Little Blue, Nebraska, for displaying gallantry in action. 2476:. The squadron began combat operations by 1 April 2003. The rest of the regiment arrived in May and operated in eastern 1478: 1342: 1330: 3114: 2358: 1850: 1125: 1025:

On 1 October 1858, other elements of the 2nd Dragoons that hadn't gone to Utah were engaging in operations against the

1002:, a battalion of the 2nd Dragoons was sent to quell any Mormon resistance to federal power. These Dragoons, under LTC 3060: 2128: 1451: 1034: 128: 3788: 3051:. Indian Wars. On 7 May 1877, while serving with Company H at Little Muddy Creek, Montana, for gallantry in action. 2745: 1783:; Troops A, B, C, D, F, G, and H fought valiantly under the command of LTC D.P.M. Hazzard from 12 to 16 September. 1407: 356: 2684:

northeast of Baghdad. C Battery acted as the reserve force of the 1st Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division and conducted

2185:. In 1955, the cavalry returned to the US and were relieved by the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment. They returned to 3341: 2986: 1183: 1092:

For much of the war, the regiment was a key part of either the "Reserve Brigade" or the "Regular Brigade" of the

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While 2nd Squadron was in East Rashid until May 2008, 3rd Squadron was acting as the Corps reserve and sent to

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units. In 1914, troopers of the 2nd Cavalry were selected to represent the US Army in the annual horse show in

1057: 66: 3027:. Indian Wars. On 15 May 1870. while serving with Company C at Little Blue, Nebraska, for gallantry in action. 2757: 2772: 2753: 2540:

in Washington in December 2004. The regiment was re-designated the 2nd Cavalry Regiment and reorganized as a

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and served as the left flank of the advance. Later they served as the main effort of the advance between the

1726: 1722: 1082: 881: 3659: 2628: 2420:; security for the announcement of the Brcko Arbitration Decision (an effort to resolve the status of this 1744: 1396: 929: 857: 776:

on 23 May 1836, as the Second Regiment of Dragoons of the US Army. A and I Companies were recruited in the

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4th Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Saber" (Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition Squadron)

1791: 1391:, the victorious chief in the Battles of the Rosebud and Little Bighorn, surrendered in April 1878. Chief 1022:

was promoted to Brigadier General, and LTC St. George Cooke was made the 3rd Colonel of the 2nd Dragoons.

3277: 2713: 2591:'s surge campaign. 1st Squadron (War Eagles), with Troops A, B, and C, was sent to NE Baghdad to work in 2318:

in Louisiana in 1993. From there, the regiment deployed in support of the peace enforcement operation in

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recipient, posed with his favorite horse, Blue, in front of his quarters while serving in the 2d Cavalry.

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in order to liberate Allied POWs. They discovered 300 POWs, as well as 670 horses, including the famous

1345:). Today, junior NCOs in the 2nd Cavalry Regiment compete for the Sergeant Patrick James Leonard award. 2990: 2725: 2323: 2047: 1921: 1909: 1779:

from 8 August – 11 September 1918. The troopers of the 2nd Cavalry also served with distinction in the

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When General Taylor counterattacked, the 2nd Dragoons forced the enemy to turn their flank during the

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in 1939 forced American strategists to focus on building up the Army's armored capabilities, and the

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on 6 May 1878. After a midnight march, the troopers surprised Lame Deer's warriors at dawn on 7 May.

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Fires Squadron (Hell), with A, B, and C Batteries along with support from K Troop, was based out of

1616:. D Troop was in charge of feeding and policing these 22,000 refugees. B Troop was committed to the 1271:, these 81 men were engaged by a force of roughly 1,000 Indians, where they were all massacred in a 888:

assembled his "Army of Observation" at Fort Jessup, and the 2nd Dragoons marched overland to occupy

3410: 2760:. During their attachment to CTF Strike, 3d Squadron took part in battle harden operations such as 2390: 2055: 2043: 1553: 1522: 1377: 1167: 1113: 1101: 304: 294: 3730: 2954:

Headquarters and Headquarters Troop 2nd Cavalry Regiment Regimental Support Squadron "Hellraisers"

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and the 42nd Squadron in front of the 4th Armored Division. By 2 September, the drive reached the

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Headquarters and Headquarters Battery 2nd Cavalry Regiment Field Artillery Squadron "Hellraisers"

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Honor (SGT Patrick J. Leonard, and PVTs Heth Canfield, Michael Himmelsback, Thomas Hubbard, and

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Headquarters and Headquarters Troop 2nd Cavalry Regiment Regimental Engineer Squadron "Lakota"

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and prepare for combat operations. By mid-December, the 2nd ACR had established itself in the

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regiment was seldom together, and was spread out, often with only one troop occupying a post.

836:, and immediately moved south. In January 1837, the troopers were engaged by the Seminoles at 3271: 3012: 2473: 2331: 2257: 2144: 1994:, was attached to the 2nd MCG. This allowed the 42nd Squadron to assault and capture Fort de 1874: 1717: 1697: 1617: 1593: 1486: 1369: 1326: 1259:

In December 1866, 25 troopers of the 2nd Cavalry under LT George W. Grummond accompanied CPT

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and served in numerous campaigns and battles. They fought in numerous battles, including the

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On 14 December 1944, the 2nd MCG joined the 35th Infantry Division as it was assaulting the

1584:. Due to a lack of transports, they served as logistical troops, and helped load units like 460: 3066: 2638:

in south central Baghdad. E Troop was quickly lauded for its aggressive operations against

2552: 2338: 2326:. The 3rd Squadron ("Wolfpack") was the first ground unit to deploy and operated under the 2273: 2214: 1569: 1506: 1260: 1121: 984: 434: 398: 329: 2766: 1637:

soon after their tenure in Cuba. From 23 January – 18 July 1905, they participated in the

8: 3832: 3724: 3104: 3099: 2792: 2277: 2206: 2016: 1693: 1357: 1097: 945: 925: 825: 740: 218: 2547:

On 1 June 2006 at Fort Lewis, Washington, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment and the 1st Brigade,

2362: 1162:, the 2nd Cavalry became the first Union cavalry regiment to engage Confederate General 3945: 3048: 2650: 2635: 2500: 2298:, Washington. The regiment's ground squadrons became light cavalry units equipped with 2189:

in 1958, and would remain there for the next 33 years; they operated out of Nuremberg,

2070: 1995: 1913: 1884: 1597: 1455: 1411: 1353: 1223: 1109: 1066: 900: 809: 550: 299: 198: 3886: 2124:, destroying the enemy's freedom of movement and protecting the advance of XII Corps. 612: 4040: 3292: 3231: 3206: 2840:

Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Headhunters"

2611:. They conducted numerous cordon-and-search, checkpoint, and raid missions until the 2464:, and were relieved by L Troop, 3-2 Cavalry, in October, who continued these duties. 2281:

260 other vehicles. The regiment's losses include 6 Dragoons killed, and 19 wounded.

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Dinackus, "Order of Battle: Allied Ground Forces of Operation Dessert Storn", p 11-3

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Patton's Iron Cavalry – The Impact of the Mechanized Cavalry on the U.S. Third Army

3189: 3129: 3109: 2654: 2639: 2413: 1862: 1740: 1685: 1431: 1322: 1318: 1299: 1280: 956: 793: 426: 422: 3701: 3039:. Indian Wars. On 7 May 1877, while serving with Company L, for bravery in action. 2880:

Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Warhorse"

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Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 1st Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Mustangs"

2213:. In 1978, M Troop, of 3rd Squadron, was selected to represent the US in the 1979 4001:

Military units and formations of the United States in the Philippine–American War

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Officers and men of G Company, 2nd Cavalry are featured in the 2017 Western film

3282: 3221: 3201: 2612: 2536:. On its return from combat operations, the 2nd ACR found itself heading back to 2508: 2504: 2481: 2080:

On 7 February 1945, the 2nd MCG screened the advance of the XII Corps across the

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In late 1857, in response to growing hostilities between federal authorities and

908: 442: 430: 402: 3887:"United States Army Center of Military History Medal of Honor Citations Archive" 2860:

Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Hammer"

2268:. The 2nd and 3rd Squadrons of the regiment destroyed two brigades of the Iraqi 2077:, killing nine Germans and capturing fourteen, while only losing three wounded. 1418: 561:, Germany. It can trace its lineage back to the early part of the 19th century. 3258: 3253: 3216: 3174: 3169: 3164: 3154: 3149: 3139: 3084: 3078: 2662: 2588: 2437: 2369:. Meanwhile, all its equipment was shipped to the intermediate staging base at 2335: 2253:

joined the regiment to form "Dragoon Battle Group", a force of 8,500 soldiers.

2140: 2132: 2121: 2062: 2008: 1962:. On 26 August, the 42nd Squadron attacked a German regimental-sized unit near 1917: 1905: 1673: 1650: 1581: 1537: 1533: 1227: 1144: 1085:. C Company was the last unit of the regiment to fight as dragoons, during the 1078: 1074: 912: 885: 833: 773: 616:

Soldiers of 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment parade through Rose Barracks in

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Military units and formations of the United States in the Spanish–American War

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and aggressively used its light armor and firepower to probe the edges of the

1596:. Joining Teddy Roosevelt and the Rough Riders, the 2nd Cavalry fought at the 1321:

Indians were killed. After this massacre, Federal Indian policy changed under

1217: 1006:, joined a 2,500-man expedition and began the march to Utah, and in response, 3974: 3042: 3030: 2716:, weapons, and other enemy materiel items were either captured or destroyed. 2681: 2643: 2557: 2445: 1979: 1803: 1701: 1444: 1309:

On 23 January 1870, elements of Companies F, G, H, and L participated in the

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was raised. Units of both regiments of dragoons served in engagements at the

346: 1368:. The 2nd Cavalry was once again repulsed by the Cheyenne and Lakota at the 3308: 3300: 3159: 3144: 2620: 2584: 2524: 2342: 2242: 2230: 2186: 2170: 2093: 2012: 1966:, protecting the southern flank of the 4th Armored Division as it drove on 1880: 1589: 1427: 1384: 1348:

On 17 March 1876, troopers from Companies E, I, and K (156 men) joined the

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2nd Regiment of Dragoons (May 1836 – March 1843, April 1844 – August 1861);

476: 470: 406: 319: 2092:. The 2nd Squadron dismounted and led the attack; they seized the town of 2004: 150: 3179: 3119: 2685: 2148: 2081: 1991: 1971: 1826: 1713: 1630: 1498: 1485:

In the fall of 1878, the 2nd Cavalry was posted in two forts in Montana;

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In April 1997, the regiment received orders to be prepared to deploy to

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A map of Bear Paw Battlefield part of Nez Perce National Historical Park

1205: 1182:. He was wounded again and lost his mount and right arm. First Sergeant 856:

on 24 January 1838. The 2nd Dragoons would suffer a major defeat at the

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In late October, the 2nd MCG was assigned to protect the flanks of the

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On 20 August 1877, elements of the 2nd Cavalry which had been pursuing

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4th Squadron (Sabre), with Troops O, P, Q, and elements of I moved to

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sector and was initially used to manage horse remount depots and as a

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immediately. In April 1837, the regimental headquarters was moved to

789: 785: 777: 736: 1954:-Nantes Corridor for ten days until 23 August 1944. Now assigned to 1928:, and served as a flank security and reconnaissance element for the 44: 2749: 2732:

in July 2010. In July 2010, 1st Squadron assumed responsibility of

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attack would have fallen on the flank of the 4th Armored Division.

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and redesignated on 3 August 1861 as the Second Cavalry Regiment.

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The precursor organization was originally established by President

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On 25 March 2003, 2nd Squadron was deployed again to the Gulf for

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On 7 September, the 602nd Tank Destroyer Battalion, equipped with

1970:. On 30 August, the Dragoons led the XII Corps assault across the 1155:. This raid is regarded as the "resurgence of the Union Cavalry." 2814: 2737: 2604: 2596: 2565: 2561: 2541: 2477: 2365:

in June, the unit moved to Germany to begin integration with the

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was leading a party of 4 other troopers from C Company along the

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2nd Cavalry Regiment (Mechanized) (January 1943 – December 1943);

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Regimental Support Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Muleskinners"

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3rd Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Wolfpack" (Stryker Squadron)

2436:, Louisiana. On 13 April 2002, B Troop, 1-2 Cavalry deployed to 2264:

and fought a series of sharp battles with four divisions of the

1807: 971:. In June 1849, F Company, under MAJ Ripley Arnold, established 3956: 2999:. Indian Wars. On 15 May 1870, while serving with Company C at 2927:

Field Artillery Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Artillery Hell"

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2nd Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Cougars" (Stryker squadron)

2512: 2457: 2449: 2370: 2299: 2198: 2190: 2109: 2101: 1967: 1951: 1947: 1933: 1557: 1325:, and more peaceful solutions were sought. On 15 May 1870, SGT 995: 594:

2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment (Light) (July 1992 – March 2005);

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Colonel Thomas M. Molino (67th Colonel; Fort Lewis/Fort Polk)

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Regimental Engineer Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment "Pioneers"

2756:. 3d Squadron was sent to the Maiwand district in support of 2697: 2666: 2634:

2nd Squadron (Cougars), with Troops D, E, and F, was sent to

2624: 2489: 2453: 2361:. Following the first mission rehearsal exercise held at the 2319: 1435: 980: 4026:

Military units and formations of the Great Sioux War of 1876

2748:. The remainder of the regiment was located in the volatile 2484:

militia. The regiment also trained several companies of the

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sector of the Saudi desert and began training to fight. The

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Bulldog Battery (6-gun M777A2 155 mm howitzer battery)

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Quickstrike Troop (Anti-armor Troop, equipped with Stryker

2701: 2520: 2421: 2381: 2377: 2261: 1983: 1748: 1654: 1577: 999: 832:. In December 1836, A, B, C, E, and I Companies arrived in 585:

2nd Cavalry Group (Mechanized) (December 1943 – July 1946);

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The 2nd Cavalry Regiment is as of May 2023 organized as a

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Cobra Battery (6-gun M777A2 155 mm howitzer battery)

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On 4 April 2004, the 2nd Armored Cavalry and the 1st BCT-

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On 23 February 1991, the 2nd Cavalry attacked across the

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2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment (November 1948 – July 1992);

3432: 3430: 3428: 2488:(ICDC) to assist their operations. On 19 August 2003, a 1466:

to gather supplies but would join the expedition later.

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Regimental Headquarters and Headquarters Troop "Vipers"

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began when the 2nd and 3rd Squadrons moved across the

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on 19 February in order to support the advance of the

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In October 1842, A, D, E, F, and G Companies moved to

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2nd Constabulary Regiment (July 1946 – November 1948);

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for their efforts in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan.

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on 17 June 1876, and only a few days later, Custer's

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2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment (June 2006 – July 2011);

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Second Cavalry Association Regimental History Center

1775:. Detachments of the 2nd Cavalry also fought in the 3986:

Armored cavalry regiments of the United States Army

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Armor-Cavalry Part I: Regular Army and Army Reserve

2229:began in 1990, the regiment was ordered to move to 1356:to combat the Cheyenne and Lakota in the ill-fated 824:The 2nd Dragoons saw their first combat during the 800:. D Company was organized from a detachment of the 576:

2nd Regiment of Riflemen (March 1843 – April 1844);

69:. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. 3380:List of United States Regular Army Civil War units 2432:After returning from Bosnia, the unit remained at 579:2nd US Cavalry Regiment (August 1861 – July 1942); 4011:Military units and formations established in 1836 3753:Order of Battle, United States Army, World War II 2752:Province with regimental headquarters located at 2050:. The 42nd Squadron was sent north to assist the 1556:began, the 2nd Cavalry Regiment was stationed in 3972: 2813:1st Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment "War Eagles" ( 3646: 3644: 3642: 3640: 3638: 3636: 3634: 3632: 3630: 3628: 3626: 3624: 3622: 3620: 3618: 3616: 3614: 3612: 3610: 3608: 3606: 3604: 3602: 3600: 3598: 3596: 3594: 3592: 3590: 3588: 3586: 3584: 3582: 3580: 3578: 3576: 3574: 3572: 3570: 3568: 3566: 3564: 3562: 3560: 3558: 3556: 3554: 3552: 3550: 3548: 3546: 3544: 3542: 3540: 3538: 3536: 3534: 3313:John H. Tilelli Jr. General Vice Chief of Staff 1759:from 18 July – 6 August 1918, and assisted the 1725:, and the 19th Cavalry was redesignated as the 553:. The Second Cavalry Regiment is a unit of the 3891:Indian War Campaigns Medal of Honor Recipients 3686:The Magazine of History with Notes and Queries 3532: 3530: 3528: 3526: 3524: 3522: 3520: 3518: 3516: 3514: 1861:In the years prior to American entry into the 1147:. The 2nd Cavalry was also present during the 597:2nd Cavalry Regiment (March 2005 – June 2006); 3895:United States Army Center of Military History 3826:"Welcome to 2nd Cavalry Regiment! "Dragoons"" 3407:United States Army Center of Military History 2889:Palehorse Troop (Stryker Cavalry Scout Troop) 2314:(SAWs). The 2nd ACR (Light) was then sent to 2173:. In 1951, the regiment was headquartered in 2084:, and conducted their own assault across the 1213:Deserter from Company B 2nd Cavalry 1870-1872 3800: 3463: 3461: 3459: 2989:. US Civil War, on 19 September 1864 at the 2979: 2957:Supply and Transportation Troop "Pack Horse" 2499:engaged in fierce urban fighting during the 991:, forcing the Sioux to sign a peace treaty. 784:area, B Company recruited from Virginia and 673: 557:, with its garrison at the Rose Barracks in 3996:Dragoon regiments of the United States Army 3991:Cavalry regiments of the United States Army 3511: 2883:Nemesis Troop (Stryker Cavalry Scout Troop) 2693:(Gimlets) was attached to the 2nd Cavalry. 2065:. They were relieved on 22 December by the 1729:. The 76th Field Artillery served with the 1649:island. Their next clashes were during the 944:, and he was lauded for his bravery at the 940:was given command of the regiment from COL 603:2nd Cavalry Regiment (July 2011 – present). 564: 2886:Outlaw Troop (Stryker Cavalry Scout Troop) 2581:3rd Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division 2448:. They provided port and site security in 2427: 1290:, the troopers were set upon by a band of 1069:in 1861, the regiment was recalled to the 34:Cavalry regiment of the United States Army 3881: 3879: 3877: 3875: 3873: 3796:(M.A. thesis). University of North Texas. 3456: 2919:Delta Troop (Military Intelligence Troop) 1629:The 2nd Cavalry Regiment was sent to the 129:Learn how and when to remove this message 78:"2nd Cavalry Regiment" United States 3981:1836 establishments in the United States 3871: 3869: 3867: 3865: 3863: 3861: 3859: 3857: 3855: 3853: 3658:. 2d Cavalry Association. Archived from 3195: 2970: 2869:Lightning Troop (Stryker Infantry Troop) 2782: 2570: 1974:, with the 2nd Squadron in front of the 1417: 1216: 1204: 1192: 1056: 1044: 759: 750: 710: 611: 3750: 3722: 3651:Golden, Chris, ed. (January 20, 2011). 3506:Office of the Chief of Military History 2975:M1128 Mobile Gun System in Latvia, 2016 2899:War Wagon Troop (Forward Support Troop) 2894:M1134 anti-tank guided missile vehicles 2829:Comanche Troop (Stryker Infantry Troop) 2787:2nd Cavalry Regiment(Stryker) Structure 2730:International Security Assistance Force 1958:, the 2nd MCG began moving east toward 1817:The 2nd Cavalry's next engagement, the 1802:. Elements of the regiment advanced to 1547: 863: 569:Previous designations of the regiment: 14: 3973: 3755:. Novato: Presidio Press. p. 312. 3729:. Government Printing Office. p. 3650: 3067:Second Lieutenant Edward J. McClernand 2705:farms controlled by terrorist forces. 2405:in the north to the shattered city of 1672:. The regiment's sector extended from 1625:The Philippines and the Mexican Border 819: 3919:Allen C Guelzo biography Robert E Lee 3850: 3786: 3699: 3397: 3395: 3003:, for displaying gallantry in action. 2946:Phoenix Troop (Forward Support Troop) 2866:Killer Troop (Stryker Infantry Troop) 2823:Apache Troop (Stryker Infantry Troop) 2719: 2615:uprising in March 2008. Joining with 1912:. Their early assignments during the 1721:18th Cavalry was redesignated as the 1139:cavalry brigade at bay, covering the 1018:ended in July 1858. On 14 June 1858, 746: 607: 3376:set in New Mexico Territory in 1892. 2849:Ghost Troop (Stryker Infantry Troop) 2843:Eagle Troop (Stryker Infantry Troop) 2832:Dakota Troop (Forward Support Troop) 2778: 2399:Joint Multinational Readiness Center 1865:, the 2nd Cavalry was garrisoned at 1247:by the federal authorities in 1863. 955:by 100 Mexicans. Reaching for their 884:began to boil over in 1845, General 719:in the United States and during the 555:United States Army Europe and Africa 67:adding citations to reliable sources 38: 29:2nd Cavalry Division (United States) 3493:Stubbs, Mary Lee; Connor, Stanley. 2922:Elite Troop (Forward Support Troop) 2863:Iron Troop (Stryker Infantry Troop) 2852:Havoc Troop (Forward Support Troop) 2826:Bull Troop (Stryker Infantry Troop) 2544:brigade combat team in April 2005. 2220: 1010:, the Mormon leader, mobilized the 24: 3901:from the original on June 26, 2009 3787:Nance, William Stuart (May 2011). 3392: 3093: 2872:Fury Troop (Forward Support Troop) 2846:Fox Troop (Stryker Infantry Troop) 2551:conducted a joint re-flagging and 2177:and operated out of the cities of 1692:to conduct maneuvers with several 1126:Battle of Spotsylvania Court House 475: 459: 25: 4052: 4031:United States military in Germany 3926: 2631:quell the violence in that city. 2352: 2069:and moved north to assist in the 3409:. April 21, 2010. Archived from 3348: 3333: 3085:Second Lieutenant Lloyd M. Brett 2800: 2503:. The Dragoons and thousands of 2376:The regiment's participation in 2349:) when they visited the island. 1814:to pursue the retreating enemy. 1263:in his expedition against Chief 962: 933:and captured a Mexican general. 854:Second Battle of the Loxahatchee 792:, E, F, G, and H recruited from 191: 175: 149: 43: 3913: 3818: 3809: 3700:Adams, George (July 13, 2021). 3272:Colonel Leonard D. 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