About this Unit
Company E, 20th Infantry Regiment, is a historic unit of the United States Army with roots tracing back to the post-Civil War period. The 20th Infantry Regiment was constituted in 1861 and saw action in numerous conflicts, including the Indian Wars, the Philippine–American War, and both World Wars. Company E, as a component of the regiment, distinguished itself in several campaigns, contributing to the regiment’s reputation for bravery and effectiveness. Over the decades, soldiers from Company E served in a variety of roles, from frontier duty to overseas combat, embodying the traditions and values of the U.S. infantry.
Historical Facts
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Formation and Origins: Company E, 20th Infantry Regiment, was first organized as part of the 11th Infantry Regiment in 1861, later being redesignated as Company E, 20th Infantry during the Army reorganization after the Civil War in 1869.
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Frontier Duty: During the late 19th century, Company E served on the American frontier, participating in campaigns against Native American tribes and helping to secure expanding U.S. territories.
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Spanish-American War: The unit saw action in the Spanish-American War, particularly in the Philippines, where the 20th Infantry was involved in combat during the Philippine–American War.
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Philippine Insurrection: Company E was engaged in counter-insurgency operations and jungle patrols during the difficult Philippine Insurrection from 1899 to 1902.
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World War I Service: While the 20th Infantry Regiment did not deploy as a whole to Europe, elements including Company E provided stateside training and support during World War I.
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World War II Action: The 20th Infantry Regiment, including Company E, was assigned to the 6th Infantry Division and saw intense combat in the Pacific Theater, especially in New Guinea and Luzon.
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Heroic Actions in Luzon: Company E participated in the Battle of Luzon (1945), contributing to the liberation of the Philippines from Japanese occupation.
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Korean War Service: The 20th Infantry was reactivated and served as a training and replacement unit during the Korean War, with Company E playing a role in this critical mission.
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Vietnam Era and Beyond: The 20th Infantry Regiment was later reorganized, with Company E serving in various roles including as a mechanized infantry company during the Vietnam era and afterwards.
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Motto and Legacy: The 20th Infantry Regiment's motto is "Sine Pari" (Without Equal), reflecting a long legacy of service and valor in which Company E played a significant part throughout U.S. military history.
