26th Cavalry Regiment (Philippine Scouts)
The 26th Cavalry Regiment (Philippine Scouts) (26th CAV (PS)) was part of U.S. Army Forces Far East's Philippine Department, during World War II. The 26th engaged in the last cavalry charge in the history of the U.S. cavalry. The American Battle Monuments Commission list 301 dead who were members of this regiment interred at Manila American Cemetery and Memorial.
| 26th Cavalry Regiment (Philippine Scouts) | |
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Coat of arms | |
| Active | 1922–1942 |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | United States of America Commonwealth of the Philippines |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Type | Cavalry |
| Size | Regiment |
| Garrison/HQ | Fort Stotsenburg |
| Motto(s) | Our strength is in loyalty |
| Engagements | World War II
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| Decorations | Presidential Unit Citation Philippine Presidential Unit Citation |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | BG Clinton A. Pierce LCol Lee Vance |
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