8 Cavalry Regiment (U.S. Army) Accent Coffee Mug

The 8 Cavalry Regiment is a military unit within the United States Army. It is part of the U.S. Army's Cavilry and Fort Hood, Texas, where its headquarters are located. Originally formed in 1901 as the 7th Cavalry Regiment, it was redesignated the 8th Cavalry on August 25, 1943. The regiment has a rich history of service, with notable engagements including both World Wars, the Korean War, and operations in Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. The 8 Cavalry Regiment's primary role is to conduct reconnaissance, security, stability, and support operations, utilizing various combined-arms tactics. Its motto is "Fidelis Ad Extremum," which means "Faithful Unto Death."