Current and former members of the U.S. Army’s oldest infantry regiment, the 3rd U.S. Infantry (“The Old Guard”), have formed an association and are seeking former soldiers of this historic regiment to join their ranks.

Membership is open to all who serve or have served in any battalion of the regiment at any time.

The Old Guard Association was established in 1998 to help develop the common bond that exists among all past and present members of “The Old Guard.” TOGA has successfully staged three annual reunions, where members have shared their experiences and memories in a relaxed social atmosphere.

The organization publishes a quarterly annual newsletter, “PRIDE,” for its membership, with news of the active-duty continent and former members of the regiment.

The 3rd Infantry Regiment is headquartered at Fort McNair and Fort Myer (Arlington, Va.). The regiment is the U.S. Army’s official ceremonial unit and escort to the president of the United States. Its responsibilities include memorial missions at Arlington National Cemetery and maintaining a sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknowns. It is also charged with the defense of the National Capitol region and maintaining infantry unit tactical proficiency.