179s

The 179s, also known as the 179th Infantry Regiment, were a unit of the United States Army that saw significant action during World War II. The regiment was activated in 1942 and was part of the 45th Infantry Division. The 179s were known for their role in the Battle of the Bulge, one of the most intense and costly battles of the war. The regiment's 2nd Battalion, in particular, was heavily involved in the fighting around Bastogne, earning the nickname "The Bastogne Bastards" for their tenacity and bravery. The 179s were also involved in other major campaigns, including the Battle of the Hürtgen Forest and the Battle of the Reichswald. The regiment was deactivated in 1946, but its legacy lives on in the memories of those who served and the stories of their bravery and sacrifice.