2:112th Infantry

• Origins: The 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment traces its lineage back to 1872, originally formed as the 16th Regiment, Pennsylvania National Guard. • Spanish-American War: The unit served in the Spanish-American War (1898), being mustered into federal service as part of the U.S. Army's expansion. • World War I Service: As part of the 28th Infantry Division ("Keystone Division"), the 112th Infantry saw heavy combat in France, participating in the Oise-Aisne and Meuse-Argonne offensives. • World War II: The 2/112th Infantry played a significant role in the European Theater, fighting in Normandy, the Battle of the Bulge, and the Rhineland campaigns. • Medal of Honor Recipients: Members of the 112th Infantry have received the Medal of Honor, the highest U.S. military decoration, for acts of valor during its history. • Cold War Era: The battalion was a vital part of the National Guard during the Cold War, ready for rapid mobilization in case of conflict with the Soviet Union. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: 2/112th Infantry was mobilized and deployed to Iraq in 2004-2005, conducting security and combat operations as part of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard's contributions to the Global War on Terror. • Operation Enduring Freedom: The battalion has also deployed to Afghanistan, supporting NATO and U.S. operations in the region as part of ongoing counterinsurgency efforts. • Community Support: In addition to overseas deployments, 2/112th Infantry has responded to domestic emergencies, including natural disasters, civil disturbances, and COVID-19 pandemic support. • Current Role: Today, the 2/112th Infantry is headquartered in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, and continues to serve as a light infantry battalion in the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, blending historical tradition with modern military capability.