1-24 Unit History Flashcards
1
Q
When is the armies birthday?
A
14 June 1775
2
Q
Which two all black regiments were combined to create 1-24?
A
38 IN and the 41 IN
3
Q
Where did 1-24 get its unit crest?
A
From the battle of San Juan Hill in the Spanish American war that started in 1898
4
Q
When was 1-24 sent to the Philippines, and what was its mission?
A
In 1899 to suppress guerrillas
5
Q
Did 1-24 join the punitive expedition into Mexico?
A
yes
6
Q
Where did 1-24 go during WW2?
A
Guadalcanal, and Saipan, and finally at Okinawa to receive the first formal Japanese surrender
7
Q
Did 1-24 fight in the Korean War, if yes where?
A
Yes, they fought every where and were disgraced near the Han river after a defeat
8
Q
What has 1-24 done in modern times?
A
Operation Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Inherent Resolve
