HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! The Big Two-Three-Oh!

[dmp]

To the US ARMY

Since its birth on 14 June 1775-over a year before the Declaration of Independence-the United States Army has played a vital role in the growth and development of our nation. Soldiers have fought more than 10 wars, from the American Revolution through the Cold War, the Gulf War, to the current Global War on Terrorism. This 230th Birthday is a recognition of The Army’s history, traditions, and service to the Nation, a Call To Duty, 230 Years of Service to Our Nation.

http://www.army.mil/birthday/230/

 

[gaffer]

To the US ARMY

Since its birth on 14 June 1775-over a year before the Declaration of Independence-the United States Army has played a vital role in the growth and development of our nation. Soldiers have fought more than 10 wars, from the American Revolution through the Cold War, the Gulf War, to the current Global War on Terrorism. This 230th Birthday is a recognition of The Army’s history, traditions, and service to the Nation, a Call To Duty, 230 Years of Service to Our Nation.

http://www.army.mil/birthday/230/

My old regiment was the 1st Infantry Regiment. The oldest unit in the Army. I don't know where the 1st of the 1st is but the 2nd of the 1st is part of the 10th Mountain Div. I was actually a part of that 230 year history.

 

[5stringJeff]

I was part of Army history as well... though a much newer part.

http://www.lewis.army.mil/3bde/mainpage.htm

 

[gaffer]

Here's a link to the 1st regiment history.




http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/2-1in.htm