The unique story of the famed 69th Infantry Regiment since its conception in Dublin in 1848 until today. The book explores the legacy and culture of the 69th Infantry Regiment of New York. Follow the Regimental history through the Civil War, World War I and II, Iraq and the War on Terror along with the Regiment's response to 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center. Learn about the leaders of the Fighting 69th who shaped its culture and heritage.
The 69th Regiment has a glorious history and many traditions. And it is that history and those traditions which link the soldiers who came before, to the soldiers who now serving, to the soldiers who will come in the future, "The Fighting 69th"