ABOUT 2:35 4 div
- Origins: The 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment ("Cacti Blue") is part of the 25th Infantry Division, not the 4th Division. However, it was assigned to the 4th Infantry Division during the Vietnam War era.
- World War II Service: The 35th Infantry Regiment fought in the Pacific Theater during World War II, participating in campaigns on Luzon, Guadalcanal, and the Northern Solomons.
- Vietnam War Deployment: The 2/35th Infantry was deployed to Vietnam in 1966, initially as part of the 25th Infantry Division, but was reassigned to the 3rd Brigade Task Force, 4th Infantry Division in 1967.
- "Cacti Blue" Nickname: The nickname "Cacti" comes from the unit's service in Hawaii and the symbolism of toughness and resilience.
- Fierce Battles: The battalion was involved in some of the fiercest battles of the Vietnam War, including Operation Paul Revere and Operation Sam Houston in the Central Highlands.
- Medal of Honor Recipients: At least two soldiers from 2/35 received the Medal of Honor for heroic actions during the Vietnam War: SSG Franklin D. Miller and SGT Gordon Douglas Yntema.
- Legacy of Sacrifice: The 2/35th suffered heavy casualties during its Vietnam service, a testament to its front-line role and the intensity of its combat operations.
- Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit’s insignia features a cactus, symbolizing its origins and fighting spirit, along with the motto "Take Arms!"
- Modern Deployments: Today, 2/35 is based at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, and has deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
- Veteran Community: The Cacti Regiment Association, composed of veterans from all eras, is one of the most active regimental associations, preserving the legacy and camaraderie of the "Cacti Blue."