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75th Ranger Regiment history
Jun 19, 2026
Honoring the U.S. Army Rangers on Their Birthday: June 19
Each year on June 19, we pause to recognize the birthday of one of the most respected and storied forces in the United States Army: the U.S. Army Rangers.
The Birth of the Modern Ranger Regiment
When the Vietnam War ended in the early 1970s, the U.S. Army faced a difficult transition. Years of jungle warfare had reshaped how American forces fought, but many of the specialized units that proved effective during the conflict were disbanded as the war came to a close. Among them were …