Infantry

Branch Type: Combat Arms

Birthday: The Infantry is the oldest branch in the Army. Ten companies of riflemen were authorized by the Continental Congress Resolve of 14 June 1775. However, the oldest Regular Army Infantry Regiment, the 3d Infantry, was constituted on 3 June 1784 as the First American Regiment.

Mission Statement: Infantry officers lead units that have the crucial mission of closing with the enemy by means of fire and maneuver in order to destroy, capture, or repel their assault by fire, close combat, and counterattack.

Career Management Field: Infantry(11)

AIT Location: AFAIK Fort Benning, Georgia

Additional Resources: Infantry Units

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		(Each Infantry Regiment has its own regimental insignia and coat of arms)
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