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Did the 164th infantry regiment receive the combat infantrymans badge as a whole during their time in the pacific theater in World War 2?
Answer Custermen is correct that the 164th as a whole regiment would not have received the Comabt Infantry Badge. I have done extensive research of the 164th (my Grandfather was a member of Co "I" 164th Inf. Reg) it seems like many or most of them did end up receiving the CAB. This was probably due to their months of training (a little over 9 for original members) at Camp Claiborne, La and the combat situations they were in on Guadalcanal and other battles. They were part of the Americal (a combination of America(n) and New Caledonia- where they were formed) Division and they were the only division in WWII that did not have a number in their Division name. The Combat Infantrymans Badge was an individual award given to infantrymen(according to their training classification) who had been in combat. That meant that everyone in the Regiment would not receive the CIB because some were not rated as infantrymen OR they were not in actual combat. (Reference AR 600-8-22, Para 8-6). The CIB was authorized in 1943. The requirements are very different from the newer Combat Action Badge (CAB) that was created in 1991. The 164th Infantry Regiment was part of the "Americal" Infantry Division that served in the Pacific Theater. "Ameri-" was derived from the American Troops forming the Division, and "cal" from New Caledonia where it was organized. It was the only non-numbered division in US Army history. It was inactivated in 1945, then reactivated by the Regular Army in 1954 as Hqs, 23rd Division; redesignated HHC, 23rd Division for Vietnam; and was inactivated in 1971 at Ft. Lewis, WA. [Editor164InfantryNews@hotmail.com]
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Who was the first african-american civil war soldier to receive the congressional medal honor?
William Carney was the first African-American recipient for his actions on July 18, 1863 at Fort Wagner, S.C. as a member of the 54th Massachusetts Regiment in the Civil War
What ultimately happened to the Massachusetts 54th during the civil war?
The 54th Massachusetts continued to serve in the Union forces after the unsuccessful attack on Fort Wagner, which was the climactic scenes of the movie "Glory". That attack was July 18, 1863, and the regiment lost 116 killed, including Colonel Shaw, and another 156 wounded or captured. The Union forces gave up on that attempt to capture Charleston after Fort Wagner.The 54th Massachusetts was part of an expedition to Florida. The regiment fought a rear-guard action during the Battle of Olusteee, or Ocean Pond, February 20, 1864, which was the largest battle of the war in Florida, and the second biggest for the regiment. The regiment was then involved in a supporting mission which was supposed to cut a railroad, in support of Sherman's March to the Sea, and was in a small battle at Honey Hill in Georgia, in November 1864. The regiment's final action was a small battle at Boykin's Mill in South Carolina, in mid April 1865.By August 20, 1865, the members of the regiment were discharged and the regiment disbanded.The Federal government continued to award the Medal of Honor for many years after the war for Civil War valor. More than half of Civil War awards of the Medal came more than twenty years after the war. William Harvey Carney of the 54th Massachusetts was awarded the Medal of Honor on May 23, 1900, for his actions on July 18, 1863 against Fort Wagner. He picked up the regiment's colors after the color bearer fell, and carried them up the breastworks of the Fort and back down. He had planted the flag on the top of the breastworks and held it, though wounded, while the troops attacked. When they had to retreat he carried the colors away, though wounded two more times. He then turned the flag over to another survivor, and said "Boys, I only did my duty; the old flag never touched the ground." Carney was the 21st African-American to receive the Medal, but the action during which he earned it was the earliest. He lived until 1908.
How much did the black soldiers get paid in Vietnam war?
fifty percent -- White soldiers were paid $13 per month while black soldiers were paid $10 with a $3 deduction for clothing, resulting in a net pay of $7. To answer your question, then; black soldiers were paid $6 dollars less than white soldiers, almost half as much. This was ended with the equal pay act passed by Congress in June, 1864 where it was stipulated that black soldiers would receive the same pay, supplies, etc. as white soldiers.
What did Cleto Rodriguez do in world war 2?
Cleto Rodriguez was a U.S. Army soldier during World War II who served with the 36th Infantry Division. He is best known for his bravery during the battle in the Italian Campaign, particularly at the Battle of San Pietro. For his courageous actions, Rodriguez was awarded the Medal of Honor, becoming one of the few Mexican Americans to receive this honor for his service in the war. His heroism highlighted the contributions of Hispanic soldiers in the conflict.
A Soldier has the right to receive a list of who has accessed their medical records?
A Soldier has the right to receive a list of who has accessed their medical records.
Did the entire 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment receive the fourragere of the Croix de Guerre for participation in the invasion of Normandy or only the volunteers who actually took part?
the Croix de Guerre was award to the 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment (PIR) as a whole. there were NO volunteers involved. therefore, anyone assigned to the 504th PIR during and after the war was allowed to wear said award...........
Who was the first african-american civil war soldier to receive the congressional medal honor?
William Carney was the first African-American recipient for his actions on July 18, 1863 at Fort Wagner, S.C. as a member of the 54th Massachusetts Regiment in the Civil War
What is the only British regiment to receive the presidential unit citation?
1st battalion Gloucestershire Regiment and Troop C 170th Independent Mortar Battery
Is there US army reserve infantry?
The US Army Reserve is mostly support troops. Combat arms units--infantry, armor and engineers--normally belong to the National Guard. There is one infantry battalion in the US Army Reserve - the 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry Regiment, which is headquartered in Hawaii, and composed of Reservists from Saipan, Guam, Hawaii, and American Samoa. Additionally, there are personnel with an 11 series MOS in various Reserve units (usually in IT or EX divisions), who serve in an instructor's role.
If you' re not infantry can you earn the expert infantry badge?
No, you cannot. You have to be classed as infantry to earn the EIB..................................................Another Answer:EIB is the Expert Infantryman Badge that was given to almost everyone in basic that passed the course. It did not matter what job you had.The CIB Combat Infantryman Badge was given to those that were in combat infantry situations. You did not have to be in the infantry to receive either award.
Is Rifleman 745 eligible for Combat Infrantryman Badge?
I think in order to be eligible for Combat infantryman Badge you would have to have been in combat and your immediate commanding officer would have to request that you receive the CIB. Not real sure but you can find out a lot on Google... There is also an Infantrymans Badge.
What is a military CIB?
A CIB is a Combat Infantry Badge, you would receive this if you went to combat as an Infantry Soldier in the US Army. - - - - - Requirements to receive the CIB. 1. Must be an Infantryman or Special Forces soldier. Now Special Forces medics earn the CIB. Further, you must be a Colonel or below--if you don't have a CIB by the time you make general, you never will. 2. Must be assigned to an infantry unit at brigade level or below. 3. Must personally engage in infantry combat against an enemy.
Was William Carney fighting for the union or the confederecy?
William Carney fought for the Union during the American Civil War. He served as a sergeant in the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, one of the first African American units to fight for the Union. Carney is best known for his bravery at the Battle of Fort Wagner, where he became the first African American to receive the Medal of Honor for his actions.
Deserting a regiment after receiving money and then signing up again under a different name to receive more money is?
bounty jumping
What is the most decorated unit in current US Army?
The US Army's 442nd Regimental Combat Team (WW2) probably comes close. The 100th/442nd Regimental Combat Team in WWII is the most decorated unit in the US> MIlitary History. They said for its size and lenght of service but so far I did know any Regiment who got more than : 8 President Unit Citations 21 Medal of Honor 53 Distinguished Service Crosses 9.900 Purple heart and so and more. If you know one please name it. Pierre Moulin author US Samurais in Bruyeres
What war did the first black man win the medal of honor?
The first black man to win the Medal of Honor was Sergeant William Harvey Carney. He received the prestigious honor for his bravery during the American Civil War while fighting with the Union Army's 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment.
Does a corpsman treating a patient in a combat zone rate a combat action ribbon?
If he's under fire, yes. The Army has a special case: if a medic assigned to an infantry unit treats a patient under enemy action, he will receive the Combat Medical Badge rather than the Combat Action Badge. Medics in non-infantry units will receive the Combat Action Badge.
