What is black horse in the military?

The 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment (“Blackhorse Regiment”) is a unit of the United States Army garrisoned at Fort Irwin, California. Although termed an armored cavalry regiment, it is being re-organized as a multi-component heavy brigade combat team.

Does 11 ACR deploy?

The 11th ACR, known as Task Force Blackhorse when deployed, is stationed there to train Iraqi security forces. A Nevada-based Army Reserve unit, 1st Squadron, 221st Cavalry Regiment, will be the opposing force while the 11th is deployed to Iraq.

When was the 11th ACR founded?

1901
11th Armored Cavalry Regiment/Founded

What units are stationed at Fort Irwin?

Fort Irwin, CA – Units Major units assigned to Fort Irwin include the 1st Squadron, the 11th ACR “Ironhorse”, 11th ACR “Eaglehorse”, 57th WG “Ravens Air Warriors”, NTC Support Battalion, and the U.S. Army Garrison.

Who are the members of the Blackhorse Association?

Your membership helps us support the troops, veterans, and families of the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment. Membership is open to all who served in the Regiment, as well as friends and family members. Click here for more information on our Reunions page. The Blackhorse Association is totally dependent on contributions from our members.

What kind of tanks did the 11th ACR use?

Even Vietnam’s closed terrain couldn’t stop 11th ACR ground and air cavalry maneuver. The 11th ACR was a self-contained cavalry formation (today it’s the OPFOR at Fort Irwin, NTC but has deployed to combat in Iraq) with its own M48 Patton medium and M551 Sheridan light tanks backed by M109 105mm and 155mm self-propelled howitzers (SPHs).

Who is the chaplain of the Blackhorse Association?

The Blackhorse Association is totally dependent on contributions from our members. Your generous support helps fund The Scholarship Fund for our kids, as well as the basic operations of the Association. Recent news… Trooper Down Chaplain (Colonel) John W. Schumacher (U.S. Army, Ret.) went to his heavenly home on February 5, 2021.

What was the Black Horse Regiment in Vietnam?

America’s most capable and successful combat unit in Vietnam was the 11th Armored Cavalry (ACR) “Black Horse” Regiment–bar none. Watch this amazing documentary and learn what RIGHT LOOKS LIKE. Light mechanized M113 Gavins with armored cavalry assault vehicle (ACAV aka female machine gun light tank) gunshield kits