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4:6th Infantry

U.S. Army

The 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment (4/6th Infantry) has a distinguished history within the United States Army, tracing its lineage back to its original formation in 1812. The unit saw extensive combat during World War II and the Vietnam War, earning numerous campaign streamers and commendations for its valor and effectiveness in battle. During the Cold War, 4/6th Infantry was stationed in Germany as part of the U.S. Army Europe, playing a key role in NATO defense. In more recent years, the battalion has supported operations in the Middle East, demonstrating adaptability and professionalism in a variety of missions.

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Lineage: The 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment (4/6th Infantry) traces its origins to the 6th Infantry, first organized in 1812, giving it over 200 years of service in the U.S. Army.
Civil War Service: Elements of the 6th Infantry Regiment fought in numerous Civil War battles, including Antietam, Gettysburg, and Chancellorsville.
World War II: The regiment participated in the Allied invasion of North Africa (Operation Torch), the Sicily campaign, and fought through France and Germany.
Vietnam War: The 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry served with the 198th Infantry Brigade, Americal Division, engaging in intense combat operations in the I Corps region of South Vietnam.
Decorations: The battalion and its parent regiment have earned numerous unit citations, including the Presidential Unit Citation and the French Croix de Guerre for WWII actions.
Cold War in Germany: After Vietnam, 4/6th Infantry was stationed in West Germany as part of the 5th Infantry Division (Mechanized), serving as a deterrent against Warsaw Pact aggression.
Desert Storm: While the 6th Infantry Regiment’s elements participated in Operation Desert Storm, 4/6th Infantry’s main activities in the period included intensive training for potential conflict.
“Regulars, by God!” Motto: The regiment’s motto, "Regulars, By God!", dates to the War of 1812, when General Winfield Scott praised the unit’s discipline and performance in battle.
Modern Deployments: Elements of the 6th Infantry Regiment, including 4/6th, have participated in peacekeeping and combat operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Balkans in the 21st century.
Distinctive Unit Insignia: The regiment’s crest features a six-pointed star and a “Wyvern,” symbolizing its distinguished European service and the unit’s fighting spirit.

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4:6th Infantry

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Daryle Fields

U.S. Army Veteran · 1987 - 1990

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Fred VANDERSYS

U.S. Army · 1971 - 1991

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Leonard Feudale

U.S. Army Veteran · 1990 - 1992

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Duane Estep

U.S. Army · 1985 - 1986

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Lineage: The 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment (4/6th Infantry) traces its origins to the 6th Infantry, first organized in 1812, giving it over 200 years of service in the U.S. Army.
Civil War Service: Elements of the 6th Infantry Regiment fought in numerous Civil War battles, including Antietam, Gettysburg, and Chancellorsville.
World War II: The regiment participated in the Allied invasion of North Africa (Operation Torch), the Sicily campaign, and fought through France and Germany.
Vietnam War: The 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry served with the 198th Infantry Brigade, Americal Division, engaging in intense combat operations in the I Corps region of South Vietnam.
Decorations: The battalion and its parent regiment have earned numerous unit citations, including the Presidential Unit Citation and the French Croix de Guerre for WWII actions.
Cold War in Germany: After Vietnam, 4/6th Infantry was stationed in West Germany as part of the 5th Infantry Division (Mechanized), serving as a deterrent against Warsaw Pact aggression.
Desert Storm: While the 6th Infantry Regiment’s elements participated in Operation Desert Storm, 4/6th Infantry’s main activities in the period included intensive training for potential conflict.
“Regulars, by God!” Motto: The regiment’s motto, "Regulars, By God!", dates to the War of 1812, when General Winfield Scott praised the unit’s discipline and performance in battle.
Modern Deployments: Elements of the 6th Infantry Regiment, including 4/6th, have participated in peacekeeping and combat operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Balkans in the 21st century.
Distinctive Unit Insignia: The regiment’s crest features a six-pointed star and a “Wyvern,” symbolizing its distinguished European service and the unit’s fighting spirit.