159th Infantry Regiment (United States)
The 159th Infantry Regiment was an infantry regiment of the United States Army. It served as a part of the 40th Infantry Division for most of its history before deploying in World War II as a part of the 7th Infantry Division.
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| Active | 1917–2000 |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | California |
| Branch | California Army National Guard |
| Type | Infantry |
| Role | Light Infantry |
| Size | Regiment |
| Nickname(s) | Fifth California |
| Motto(s) | Unity for Service |
| Engagements | World War I World War II |
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