HHC 1:47th Infantry

• Origins and Lineage: The 1st Battalion, 47th Infantry Regiment was constituted in 1917 and has a proud lineage tracing back to World War I. • World War II Service: The 47th Infantry Regiment, including its battalions, saw extensive combat in World War II, notably in North Africa, Sicily, and Normandy after landing on Utah Beach on D-Day plus 4 (June 10, 1944). • Vietnam War Distinction: HHC, 1/47th Infantry was part of the 9th Infantry Division and deployed to Vietnam in 1967, operating in the challenging Mekong Delta region. • Mobile Riverine Force: The battalion was unique for its participation in the Mobile Riverine Force, conducting joint operations with the Navy aboard riverine assault craft in the Mekong Delta. • Presidential Unit Citation: The 1/47th Infantry earned the Presidential Unit Citation for extraordinary heroism in action during the Vietnam War, specifically for the battle at Ap Bac. • Heroic Leadership: Lieutenant Colonel Michael K. Sheridan, then commander of 1/47th Infantry in Vietnam, was recognized for his gallant leadership during fierce engagements. • Notable Medal of Honor Recipient: Specialist Four Donald Sloat, who served with the 1/47th Infantry, was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in Vietnam on January 17, 1970. • Cold War and Training Role: After Vietnam, HHC 1/47th Infantry was reactivated at Fort Benning, Georgia, serving as a basic training unit for new Army recruits. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The battalion’s insignia features a blue shield (representing Infantry) and a Roman sword, symbolizing its heritage and combat readiness. • Modern Legacy: Today, HHC 1/47th Infantry continues its mission at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning), training the next generation of U.S. Army soldiers.