The Fighting 44th

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:44th_Massachusetts_Infantry
gptkb:United_States_44th_Infantry_Regiment
gptkb:44th_U._S._Infantry
gptkb:U._S._Army_44th_Battalion,_87th_Infantry_Regiment
gptkbp:active_years 1943-1945
gptkbp:affiliation gptkb:military_unit
gptkb:U._S._Army_Heritage_and_Education_Center
gptkb:U._S._Army_Reserve
Part of the 8th Army
Military History Society
Part of the 6th Army
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:World_War_II
gptkbp:awards gptkb:Meritorious_Unit_Commendation
gptkb:Philippine_Presidential_Unit_Citation
gptkb:Presidential_Unit_Citation
gptkbp:battle_honors gptkb:Army_of_Occupation_Medal
gptkb:World_War_II_Victory_Medal
gptkb:Distinguished_Unit_Citation
gptkb:European-African-Middle_Eastern_Campaign_Medal
gptkb:Asiatic-Pacific_Campaign_Medal
gptkb:Philippine_Liberation_Medal
gptkbp:campaigns gptkb:Philippines_Campaign
gptkb:Philippine_Campaign
gptkb:Central_Pacific_Campaign
gptkb:New_Guinea_Campaign
gptkbp:color Blue and Gold
gptkbp:command_structure gptkb:U._S._Army_Infantry
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Colonel_John_Smith
gptkbp:country gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:disbanded 1945
1946
gptkbp:engagements gptkb:Normandy_Invasion
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Bulge
gptkb:Battle_of_Leyte_Gulf
gptkb:Battle_of_Okinawa
gptkb:Battle_of_Guadalcanal
gptkbp:equipment gptkb:Browning_M1919_machine_gun
gptkb:M1911_pistol
gptkb:M1_Garand_rifle
Sherman tank
gptkbp:filmography gptkb:European_Theater
gptkbp:garrison gptkb:Fort_Bragg
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:California
gptkb:Hawaii
gptkb:New_York
gptkb:Fort_Benning
gptkbp:historical_event Records maintained by the National Archives
Archival documents at the National Archives
Unit history published by the Army
Fought in the Battle of the Philippine Sea
Involved in the occupation of Japan
Participated in the liberation of Manila
Engaged in the Battle of Iwo Jima
gptkbp:historical_significance Contributed to the liberation of the Philippines
Participated in major battles in the Pacific
Combat in World War II
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gptkbp:insignia Distinctive Unit Insignia
gptkbp:involved_units gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:is_active_in gptkb:World_War_II
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in Commemorative plaques in the Philippines
Veterans memorials in the U. S.
Memorials in the U. S. and Philippines
gptkbp:is_involved_in gptkb:American_Legion
gptkb:military_officer
gptkbp:known_for combat in the Pacific Theater
gptkbp:legacy Influenced modern infantry tactics
Inspiration for military literature
gptkbp:media_appearances Documentaries on World War II
Books about the Pacific War
gptkbp:motto gptkb:Fortune_Favors_the_Brave
Fortune Favors the Bold
“ We Fight for Freedom”
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:The_Fighting_44th
gptkb:The_Fighting_44th_Infantry_Regiment
gptkbp:notable_members gptkb:General_John_Doe
gptkb:Colonel_Richard_Roe
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:recruitment gptkb:U._S._Army_Recruiting_Command
volunteer
gptkbp:reunion Annual gatherings of veterans
Annual reunions held
gptkbp:size gptkb:Division
gptkbp:status gptkb:Inactive
gptkbp:successor gptkb:44th_Infantry_Brigade
gptkbp:symbol gptkb:44th_Infantry_Division_Insignia
Regimental Crest
gptkbp:tradition Annual reunions
Memorial services for fallen soldiers
gptkbp:training gptkb:Fort_Benning
Trained at Camp Shelby
gptkbp:unit_history Contributed to Allied victory
Supported youth programs and initiatives
Participated in disaster relief efforts
Engaged in environmental initiatives
Engaged in community outreach programs
Engaged in humanitarian missions
Participated in joint exercises with allies
Involved in peacekeeping operations
Engaged in counterinsurgency operations
Supported military families
Maintained readiness for deployment
Maintained a strong community presence
Engaged in cultural exchange programs
Commemorated in memorials
Participated in training exercises
Participated in research and development projects
Involved in post-war occupation duties
Maintained a commitment to excellence
Maintained a legacy of service
Participated in major battles
Received multiple commendations
Recognized for bravery
Supported local charities and organizations
Participated in parades and ceremonies
Promoted diversity and inclusion within the ranks
Participated in leadership development programs
Supported veterans' health initiatives
Participated in international military collaborations
Honored in military history books
Recognized by veterans organizations
Supported civil affairs operations
Promoted military history awareness
Participated in joint training exercises with other branches
Contributed to NATO missions
Engaged in strategic planning and operations
Engaged in educational initiatives
Engaged in liberation of occupied territories
Engaged in mentorship opportunities
Engaged in technology integration efforts
Maintained connections with alumni
Recognized for innovation in military strategy
gptkbp:year_created 1941
1943