The 1st Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment (US Army) is a military unit within the United States Army. This battalion, often abbreviated as 1-36 INF BN, belongs to the 36th Infantry Division and falls under the operational control of the US Army Forces Command (FORSCOM). The 1st Battalion's mission is primarily ground combat, with a focus on infantry and combined arms maneuvers. Throughout its history, this battalion has seen active service in various conflicts, including World War II, the Vietnam War, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.