179th Infantry Regiment (U.S. Army) Black Coffee Mug

The 179th Infantry Regiment is a unit within the United States Army, part of the U.S. Army National Guard. Originally formed in 1861 during the American Civil War, it was reorganized and redesignated as the 179th Infantry in 1954. Throughout its history, the regiment has served in various conflicts, including World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. Today, the 179th Infantry Regiment operates under the 36th Infantry Division of the Army National Guard. The regiment's mission is to provide well-trained, disciplined forces ready for prompt employment worldwide in support of civil authority during domestic emergencies or as part of a combat team in defense of the United States and its allies.