9th Infantry Regiment (United States)

The 9th Infantry Regiment, nicknamed the "Manchu Regiment," is a regiment in the United States Army with a distinguished history dating back to 1855. It has participated in numerous conflicts throughout American history, earning battle streamers for service in the Indian Wars, the Boxer Rebellion, the Philippine-American War, World War I, World War II, and the Korean War.

Organization and Structure:

As a regiment, the 9th Infantry is not typically deployed as a single, unified unit in modern warfare. Instead, its subordinate battalions and companies are usually assigned to various brigade combat teams. Its lineage, honors, and distinctive insignia are maintained to preserve its historical identity and esprit de corps. The regiment is assigned to the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command as an Infantry training unit.

History:

• Early History: The regiment was initially formed in 1855 and saw action in the Indian Wars, particularly against the Apaches in the Southwest.

• Boxer Rebellion: The 9th Infantry gained its "Manchu" nickname for its service during the Boxer Rebellion in China (1900), where it participated in the capture of the Manchu city of Peking (now Beijing). Soldiers who scaled the walls of Peking during the battle were authorized to wear the Manchu ring, a symbol of their bravery and service.

• Philippine-American War: The regiment served in the Philippines during the Philippine-American War in the early 20th century.

• World War I: The 9th Infantry served in France during World War I as part of the 2nd Infantry Division.

• World War II: The regiment saw extensive combat in the Pacific Theater during World War II, fighting in campaigns such as Guadalcanal, Northern Solomons, and the Philippines.

• Korean War: The 9th Infantry played a crucial role in the Korean War, participating in numerous battles and suffering heavy casualties.

• Post-Korean War: Following the Korean War, elements of the 9th Infantry have been assigned to various posts and participated in different operations around the world.

Distinctive Insignia:

• Regimental Insignia: The regimental insignia features a gold-colored ring to commemorate the capture of Peking during the Boxer Rebellion.
• Motto: "Keep Up the Fire"

Honors:

The 9th Infantry Regiment has been awarded numerous unit decorations and battle streamers for its service throughout its history. These awards reflect the regiment's valor and dedication to duty.

Notable Members:

(Information on specific notable members may be added here as verified information becomes available.)