1:325th AIR

• Historic Lineage: The 1st Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment (1/325th AIR) traces its roots back to World War I, where it was originally constituted as part of the 82nd Division in 1917. • World War II Airborne Operations: The 1/325th AIR played a critical role in some of the most significant airborne operations of WWII, including the D-Day invasion of Normandy and Operation Market Garden. • “Red Falcons” Nickname: The battalion is famously known as the “Red Falcons,” a reference to its distinctive unit insignia and proud airborne tradition. • Jumping into Normandy: On June 6, 1944 (D-Day), elements of the 325th glided into Normandy, reinforcing paratroopers on the ground during the liberation of France. • Battle of the Bulge: The battalion was instrumental during the defense of Bastogne in the Battle of the Bulge, helping to hold back German forces during the harsh winter of 1944. • Cold War Deployments: Throughout the Cold War, 1/325th AIR remained part of the 82nd Airborne’s rapid deployment force, prepared to deploy anywhere in the world on short notice. • Operation Urgent Fury: In 1983, the battalion participated in the U.S. invasion of Grenada, conducting a combat jump to secure key objectives on the island. • Global War on Terror: Since 2001, 1/325th AIR has deployed multiple times to Afghanistan and Iraq, conducting combat and stability operations as part of the Global War on Terror. • Pioneers in Air Assault: The battalion has not only mastered airborne operations, but has also trained extensively in air assault tactics, maintaining versatility for a variety of missions. • Distinctive Honors: The 1/325th AIR has received multiple Presidential Unit Citations and foreign awards for valor, including the French Croix de Guerre with Palm for its actions during World War II.