About this Unit
Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 110th Infantry Regiment (HHC 1-110 IN), is a unit with a proud lineage within the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. The 110th Infantry traces its origins to the Civil War, serving with distinction in numerous campaigns and later reorganizing through World War I and World War II, where it participated in major operations in Europe. Throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, the battalion and its headquarters element have supported both federal mobilizations and state emergency missions. Today, HHC 1-110 IN continues its tradition of service, providing command and control for battalion operations and supporting both domestic and overseas missions.
Historical Facts
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Historical Roots: The 1st Battalion, 110th Infantry Regiment traces its lineage back to the colonial era, with origins in the Pennsylvania Militia, making it one of the oldest units in the U.S. Army National Guard.
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Revolutionary War Service: Elements of the unit's predecessors fought in key battles of the American Revolution, including Trenton, Princeton, and Monmouth.
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Civil War Valor: The 110th Pennsylvania Infantry fought in major engagements such as Gettysburg, Antietam, and Fredericksburg, earning a distinguished reputation for bravery.
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World War I Deployments: The unit served as part of the 28th Infantry Division ("The Keystone Division") and fought in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, one of the largest operations of the war.
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World War II Actions: The 110th Infantry played a crucial role in the Battle of the Bulge, holding key defensive positions against German advances in Luxembourg.
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Heroic Stand at Clervaux: During the Battle of the Bulge, the 1st Battalion was famously surrounded in Clervaux, Luxembourg, and held out for several days, significantly delaying the German offensive.
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Postwar Reorganizations: After World War II, the unit was reorganized several times, adapting to changing military structures and missions, and continued to serve as an integral part of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.
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Modern Deployments: HHC 1-110th Infantry has deployed in support of the Global War on Terror, including missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, providing both combat and security operations.
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Community Support: The unit regularly participates in disaster response and community assistance missions within Pennsylvania, aiding during floods, snowstorms, and other emergencies.
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Regimental Honors: The 110th Infantry Regiment is authorized to wear the French Croix de Guerre with Palm for its actions in World War I, one of the highest foreign decorations awarded to U.S. units.
