178th Infantry Regiment | |
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Country | United States of America |
Allegiance | Illinois |
Branch | Army National Guard |
Type | Infantry regiment |
Garrison/HQ | Chicago, Illinois |
Motto(s) | One Country, One Flag. |
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The 178th Infantry Regiment is an infantry regiment of the United States Army, Illinois Army National Guard. It traces its history back to the Illinois state militia and has served in several American wars since its founding. The regiment is unique because its original members were part of a segregated "colored" unit. The regiment's 1st Battalion (1-178 Infantry) still exists today as an Air assault battalion.