5th Cavalry Regiment (United States)
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| Unit name | 5th Cavalry Regiment |
| Caption | Coat of arms |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Type | Cavalry |
| Role | Armored cavalry |
| Size | Regiment |
| Part of | 1st Cavalry Division, III Corps |
| Garrison | Fort Hood |
| Nickname | The Black Knights |
| Motto | Loyalty, Courage |
| Colors | Yellow, Black |
| Anniversaries | Veterans Day, Memorial Day |
| Battles | American Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War |
| Website | www.hood.army.mil/1stcavdiv |
5th Cavalry Regiment (United States) is a cavalry regiment of the United States Army that has been in existence since the American Civil War. The regiment has a long and storied history, with participation in numerous conflicts, including the Indian Wars, Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War. The regiment is currently part of the 1st Cavalry Division and is stationed at Fort Hood, where it serves as an armored cavalry unit. The regiment has been commanded by notable officers, including George Armstrong Custer and Jonathan Wainwright.
● History
The regiment was formed on August 3, 1861, as the 2nd United States Cavalry Regiment, and was later redesignated as the 5th United States Cavalry Regiment in 1866. During the American Civil War, the regiment saw action at the First Battle of Bull Run, Battle of Antietam, and Battle of Gettysburg, where it was commanded by John Buford. The regiment also participated in the Indian Wars, fighting against the Sioux, Cheyenne, and Apache tribes, and was involved in the Battle of Little Bighorn. The regiment was later stationed in the Philippines during the Spanish-American War and saw action at the Battle of Manila. During World War I, the regiment was part of the American Expeditionary Forces and saw action in France at the Battle of the Argonne Forest. The regiment also participated in World War II, where it was part of the Allied invasion of Italy and saw action at the Battle of Anzio and Battle of Monte Cassino. The regiment was later stationed in Korea during the Korean War and saw action at the Battle of Chosin Reservoir. The regiment also participated in the Vietnam War, where it was part of the I Field Force, Vietnam and saw action at the Battle of Ia Drang.
● Organization
The regiment is currently organized as an armored cavalry unit, with a headquarters and headquarters troop, three cavalry squadrons, and a field artillery battalion. The regiment is equipped with the M1 Abrams tank and the M2 Bradley fighting vehicle. The regiment is part of the 1st Cavalry Division, which is stationed at Fort Hood, and is supported by the III Corps. The regiment has a long history of cooperation with other units, including the 7th Cavalry Regiment, 8th Cavalry Regiment, and 9th Cavalry Regiment. The regiment has also worked with international partners, including the British Army, Canadian Army, and Australian Army.
● Heraldry
The regiment's coat of arms features a black shield with a yellow cavalry badge and a motto of "Loyalty, Courage". The regiment's distinctive unit insignia features a black and yellow cavalry hat with a motto of "Allons" (French for "Let's go"). The regiment's flag features a black field with a yellow cavalry guidon and the regiment's motto. The regiment's heraldry is a symbol of its rich history and tradition, and is worn with pride by its soldiers. The regiment's heraldry is also featured in the United States Army Institute of Heraldry, which is responsible for designing and maintaining the heraldry of all United States Army units.
● Campaigns
The regiment has participated in numerous campaigns throughout its history, including the American Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War. The regiment has seen action in many notable battles, including the First Battle of Bull Run, Battle of Antietam, Battle of Gettysburg, Battle of Little Bighorn, Battle of Manila, Battle of the Argonne Forest, Battle of Anzio, Battle of Monte Cassino, Battle of Chosin Reservoir, and Battle of Ia Drang. The regiment has also been involved in numerous operations, including the Occupation of Japan, Occupation of Germany, and Gulf War. The regiment has worked with many notable units, including the 101st Airborne Division, 82nd Airborne Division, and 1st Infantry Division.
● Decorations
The regiment has been awarded numerous decorations for its service, including the Presidential Unit Citation, Valorous Unit Award, Meritorious Unit Commendation, and French Croix de Guerre. The regiment has also been awarded the Belgian Fourragere and the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. The regiment's soldiers have been awarded numerous individual decorations, including the Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Silver Star, and Bronze Star. The regiment's decorations are a testament to its bravery and sacrifice, and are worn with pride by its soldiers. The regiment's decorations are also featured in the United States Army Center of Military History, which is responsible for maintaining the history and heritage of all United States Army units. Category:United States Army regiments