2nd 137th INF C Company

• Kansas Roots: The 2nd Battalion, 137th Infantry Regiment, including C Company, is part of the Kansas Army National Guard, with its lineage tracing back to the 19th century in Kansas military history. • World War I Service: The 137th Infantry Regiment was first organized in 1917 for World War I, seeing action in major campaigns such as the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. • Distinguished in World War II: During World War II, the regiment fought in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe, earning campaign streamers for its performance. • Reorganization and Modern Service: The unit has been reorganized multiple times, most recently as 2nd Battalion, 137th Infantry (Combined Arms Battalion) to meet the needs of the modern Army National Guard. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: Elements of 2-137th Infantry, including C Company, were mobilized in the 2000s in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing security and combat support. • Community Ties: C Company, like other National Guard units, maintains strong ties to its local Kansas communities, often participating in parades, disaster response, and public service. • Regimental Motto: The 137th Infantry's motto is "Kansas Pride," reflecting its heritage and service to both state and nation. • Combat Awards: Over its history, the regiment and its companies have earned numerous awards, including Presidential Unit Citations and Meritorious Unit Commendations. • Modern Missions: In addition to overseas deployments, C Company and the battalion have responded to domestic emergencies, such as tornadoes and floods in Kansas. • Tradition of Excellence: The 137th Infantry's legacy includes generations of Kansans who have served, with C Company upholding traditions of honor, service, and commitment in both peace and war.