68th Armor Regiment US Army Patch

68th Armor Regiment U.S. Army Patch 3.5" x 3.25" Embroidered Patch with Iron-On Backing

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Formations & Origins
The 68th Armor Regiment’s lineage begins in 1918 when it was first constituted in the National Army as the 68th Infantry. It was soon reorganized and redesignated during World War II as the 68th Armored Regiment, becoming one of the earliest mechanized units in the U.S. Army. Assigned to the legendary 6th Armored Division, the unit’s evolution reflected the U.S. military’s rapid embrace of tank warfare and mobility.

After the war, the regiment was inactivated and reactivated several times, always at the forefront of U.S. armored doctrine. Through the Cold War and into the Global War on Terror, the 68th adapted to serve in both heavy armor and combined arms roles.

Notable Commanders
Throughout its storied past, the 68th has been commanded by experienced tankers and cavalry officers, many of whom went on to command at division and corps levels. One of the most notable was Colonel George H. Wear, who led the 68th Armored Regiment during WWII and was recognized for his tactical brilliance during the Brittany and Ardennes campaigns.

In modern eras, battalion commanders from the 68th have brought armored leadership to places like Iraq and Afghanistan, where tanks and mechanized infantry still played vital, albeit more limited, roles.

Major Campaigns/Operations
As part of the 6th Armored Division in WWII, the 68th Armored Regiment saw heavy combat in:

• Normandy (post-D-Day breakout)

• Brittany Peninsula (liberating Brest)

• Lorraine

• Battle of the Bulge

• Rhineland and Central Europe

The 68th led armored thrusts across France, earning praise for its rapid maneuvers and unrelenting attacks against German defensive lines. Its tanks spearheaded advances and secured key towns in support of Patton’s Third Army.

In more recent decades, elements of the regiment have deployed in support of:

• Operation Desert Storm

• Operation Iraqi Freedom

• Operation Enduring Freedom

• NATO training and deterrence missions in Eastern Europe

Specialized Role/Equipment
The 68th Armor Regiment has always stood at the cutting edge of tank warfare. Historically equipped with Sherman tanks during WWII, it later transitioned through Patton tanks, M60s, and currently operates the M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank—a 70-ton armored powerhouse with superior firepower, armor, and digital battlefield systems.

Each battalion in the regiment includes:

• Armored tank companies

• Mechanized infantry support

• Reconnaissance and forward observers

• Logistics and maintenance crews specializing in tracked vehicle support

The regiment is trained to execute high-speed, high-intensity armored assaults and to exploit breakthroughs in enemy lines with precision and overwhelming firepower.

Acts of Heroism
During the Battle of the Bulge, the 68th Armored Regiment was part of the force that broke the siege of Bastogne, braving snow-covered roads and stiff German resistance. One legendary moment came when a single platoon from the regiment, cut off and surrounded near the village of Wardin, held its ground for nearly 24 hours, destroying enemy armor and buying time for reinforcements.

In Iraq, a company from the 68th engaged in fierce urban fighting during the Battle of Fallujah and other operations, using their Abrams tanks to shield infantry and provide direct fire support under mortar and RPG fire. Soldiers earned Bronze Stars, Silver Stars, and commendations for gallantry under fire.

Legacy & Notable Achievements
The 68th Armor Regiment’s motto—“Vitesse et Puissance” (Speed and Power)—is more than a phrase. It’s a battle doctrine. From the hedgerows of Normandy to the deserts of the Middle East, the regiment has exemplified rapid action and overwhelming force.

The patch, often accompanied by the regimental crest featuring a tank track and lightning bolt, symbolizes its mission to close with and destroy the enemy through maneuver and firepower.

Veterans of the 68th carry forward a legacy of grit, steel, and resolve. Whether breaching enemy fortifications or guarding peace in volatile zones, the regiment is a hammer in America’s arsenal—always ready, always rolling.