2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment “Dragoons” Metal Decal To respond to the increasing trouble in Florida during the Second Seminole War, President Andrew Jackson issued an executive order 23 May 1836 forming the Second Regiment of Dragoons. Congress appropriated $300,000 for the Regiment, and the headquarters were established in June 1836 in Washington, DC. The Second Dragoons are the oldest mounted regiment on continuous active service in the U.S. Army. From its formation in 1836 to fight in the Second Seminole War, to its numerous deployments to the Middle East, the Regiment has distinguished itself in major campaigns: the Indian Wars, the Mexican War, the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, both world wars, and the Persian Gulf War. Along the way members of the Regiment served gallantly in action, and 20 were awarded Medals of Honor*Approx 2″/50mm diameter, chrome plated, zinc alloy, black enamel*Attaches with 3M adhesive
