3:14th Infantry

• Formation and Early History: The 3rd Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment (3/14th Infantry) was originally constituted in 1861, as part of the 14th Infantry Regiment, which played significant roles in the American Civil War. • Nickname – "The Golden Dragons": The 14th Infantry Regiment is known as the "Golden Dragons," a name that has been carried with pride by 3/14th Infantry soldiers over the decades. • Indian Wars Service: The regiment, including elements that would become part of 3/14th, fought in numerous campaigns during the Indian Wars in the late 19th century. • Spanish-American War: The 14th Infantry Regiment fought in the Spanish-American War, seeing action in Cuba and the Philippines, with soldiers later being assigned to the battalion lineage. • World War II – Pacific Theater: The regiment, including 3/14th, served valiantly in the Pacific, particularly in campaigns such as New Guinea and Luzon, earning multiple unit citations. • Vietnam War: 3rd Battalion, 14th Infantry served with distinction in Vietnam as part of the 25th Infantry Division, participating in major operations and earning the Presidential Unit Citation. • Operation Attleboro: In November 1966, 3/14th Infantry was involved in Operation Attleboro, one of the largest operations of the Vietnam War, disrupting significant enemy activity. • Stories of Valor: Individual soldiers from 3/14th were awarded high honors, including the Medal of Honor, for acts of bravery—such as SGT James McLean, who courageously defended his position in Vietnam. • Post-Vietnam Service: After Vietnam, 3/14th Infantry was inactivated and reactivated several times, serving as both a Regular Army and Army Reserve unit, reflecting the changing needs of the Army. • Modern Legacy: Although not always on active duty, the 3/14th Infantry's legacy is preserved through regimental traditions and by veterans’ organizations. The Golden Dragons' motto, "The Right of the Line," continues to inspire new generations.