The 12th Infantry Regiment is a unit of the United States Army, traceable to the late 19th century. It was initially formed as part of the volunteer forces during the Spanish-American War in 1898 and has since seen active service in various conflicts, including the Philippine-American War, World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. The regiment is currently under the command of the U.S. Army's 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado. It is recognized for its bravery, integrity, and dedication to service. The 12th Infantry Regiment's lineage includes notable units such as the 'Fighting Twelfth' of World War I and the 'Omaha Beach Assault Force' in D-Day during World War II.