Infantry Gifts

STORE CLOSING SALE - EVERYTHING MUST GO!

Dear valued customers,

It is with truly mixed emotions that we announce the closure of our store. We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your loyalty and support over the years. As we bid farewell, we're excited to offer you an incredible opportunity to snag some amazing deals before we close our doors.

🌟 EVERYTHING IS 50% OFF! 🌟

From infantry tees to patriotic home decor, and infantry necessities to locally made treats, everything in our store is now available at an astounding 50% off! This is your chance to score incredible bargains on the brands you love.

Hurry in or shop online and take advantage of these unbeatable prices! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to grab items you've had your eye on or discover something new at a fraction of the cost.

Our store and site will be open until February 9, 2024, so please visit us before we say our final goodbyes. We'd love to see you one last time and help you find fantastic deals that you won't find anywhere else.

Thank you again for being a part of our story. We will cherish the memories and friendships we've made over the years.

Please share this with your friends and family to spread the word about our incredible closing sale. Let's make our last days unforgettable!

We hope to see you soon or shop with us here:
www.infantrygifts.com

Sincerely,
All of us behind Infantry Gifts

We are truly fortunate to be in the presence of young men and women who volunteer to dedicate themselves to a greater purpose in serving our great nation. We invite you to explore these revered halls of valor at the NIM and support our locally-owned small business before we temporarily close for the first week of January. You'll find us situated just beyond the gates of Fort Moore, nestled within the National Infantry Museum.

New Year's Eve Weekend Operating Hours:
Friday: Open till 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 3 pm ‼️
New Year's Day: Closed

Please note that we, as well as, the National Infantry Museum will be closed from January 1st to January 8th, 2024.

Come and witness the legacy of service that continues to shape our nation's finest soldiers!

As we say goodbye to 2023 and welcome 2024, please note that our store and the National Infantry Museum will be temporarily closed from January 1st to January 8th for some much-needed rejuvenation. We'll be back in action and ready to serve you and your family starting January 9th, 2024!

The last surviving member of World War II’s famed Merrill’s Marauders, who endured harsh conditions, malnutrition, and relentless tropical disease as they fought behind Japanese enemy lines in Burma, has died.

Russell Hamler died Tuesday at a veterans hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. He was 99.

His death was confirmed by Jonnie Melillo Clasen, whose father was a Marauder. In recent years, Clasen has served as an informal liaison to the still-living Marauders and their families as the veterans grew too old for reunions.

Hamler had been living with his son Jeffrey in Baldwin Township, Pa. until he was hospitalized, Clasen told Stars and Stripes in an email Tuesday.

Hamler was the last of roughly 3,000 original Marauders sent to capture an airfield in Burma, now known as Myanmar, a mission few were expected to survive.

Russell Hamler, last of famed WWII Merrill’s Marauders, dies at age 99 Hamler was the last surviving member of World War II’s famed Merrill’s Marauders, who endured harsh conditions, malnutrition and relentless tropical disease as they fought behind Japanese enemy lines in Burma.

In trenches deep, on this Christmas Eve,
As snowflakes fall, I can't help but grieve,
For home and family, so far away,
But duty calls, and here I must stay.

Surrounded by comrades, in the cold and dark,
We stand together, a united spark,
Protecting our land, our freedom we defend,
As we pray for peace, this war to end.

The stockings are hung by our beds with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon will be there,
But instead of presents, we wish for a sign,
That soon we'll return to the ones we call mine.

Our voices may tremble, our hearts may be heavy,
But the spirit of Christmas keeps us steady,
We find hope in each other, in our bonds so tight,
As we dream of a world where there's no need to fight.

So on this silent night, under the stars above,
I send you my love, from a soldier's heart with love,
Merry Christmas to all, near and far,
May peace and goodwill shine like a star.

📸: US Soldiers in Vietnam, 1972

🎅 4 more days till Santa comes to town 🎅🏼

🏡 Select Housewares are still 50% Off!
Spruce up your living space this holiday season without breaking the bank. Enjoy a 50% discount on a range of housewares, from kitchen essentials to home decor. Affordable updates for a patriotic-inspired home.

👢 BOGO FREE on Select Combat Boots!
March into style with our exclusive Black Friday deal on combat boots! For a limited time, enjoy a Buy One, Get One Free offer on select combat boots. Whether you're seeking rugged durability or a trendy urban look, this deal offers a practical way to update your most important footwear.

🎁 More Deals Throughout the Store!
Explore the aisles for surprise discounts on various items. There's a little something for everyone, from gadgets to fashion. It's our way of spreading the holiday cheer.

🕒 Limited Time - While Supplies Last!

These deals are in-store exclusives and won't last forever. Hurry in and grab your favorites before they're gone. We're open and ready to help you find what you need.

📍: 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus, GA 31903
📅: Starting today
🕒: Hours of Operation:
Tuesdays-Saturdays 9am – 5pm
Sundays 11am – 5pm

Visit our locally-owned and operated small business located inside the National Infantry Museum and make your Holiday shopping hassle-free and budget-friendly. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

🚨 OUR UPCOMING HOLIDAY HOURS 🚨

We can't thank you enough for choosing to shop with us and keep the spirit of small and local businesses alive this holiday season. The good news? Our in-store discounts are still going strong and will be available while supplies last! Don't miss out on the best deals in town! 🎁🎄

Attention Columbus, GA Community and Visitors! When you choose to shop with us, you're not just making a purchase - you're supporting a small business and all the hardworking local military families we employ. 🇺🇸👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Remember, our amazing deals are still on! Let's strengthen our community together.

🏡 Select Housewares are still 50% Off!
Spruce up your living space this holiday season without breaking the bank. Enjoy a 50% discount on a range of housewares, from kitchen essentials to home decor. Affordable updates for a patriotic-inspired home.

👢 BOGO FREE on Select Combat Boots!
March into style with our exclusive Black Friday deal on combat boots! For a limited time, enjoy a Buy One, Get One Free offer on select combat boots. Whether you're seeking rugged durability or a trendy urban look, this deal offers a practical way to update your most important footwear.

🎁 More Deals Throughout the Store!
Explore the aisles for surprise discounts on various items. There's a little something for everyone, from gadgets to fashion. It's our way of spreading the holiday cheer.

🕒 Limited Time - While Supplies Last!
These deals are in-store exclusives and won't last forever. Hurry in and grab your favorites before they're gone. We're open and ready to help you find what you need.

📍: 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus, GA 31903
📅: Starting today
🕒: Hours of Operation:
Tuesdays-Saturdays 9am – 5pm
Sundays 11am – 5pm

Let us help you make your last-minute Holiday shopping hassle-free and budget-friendly. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

About 4,000 people gathered at Inouye Field on the morning of Dec. 13 to watch 781 trainees graduate from 22 weeks of One Station Unit Training (OSUT) at Fort Moore.

The significance of this event is truly remarkable, considering that each of the 781 graduates walked the halls of our cherished home, the National Infantry Museum.

Nearly 800 infantry soldiers graduate in ceremony at Inouye Field COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — About 4,000 people gathered at Inouye Field on the morning of Dec. 13 to watch 781 trainees graduate from 22 weeks of One Station Unit Training (OSUT) at Fort Moore. While Fo…

Hundreds of soldiers graduated the past two days just in time for holiday leave!

This graduations featured the Silver Wings parachute demonstration team, Airborne and Ranger Training Brigade FRIES and SPIES, a legacy soldier presentation, Infantry squad demo, and the MCoE band, in addition to the hundreds of new soldiers officially graduating into the U.S. Army's first branch: the Infantry.

All of these soldiers have passed through our store during their time at Fort Moore. We are honored and humbled to serve them and excited to see where their military career takes them. 🇺🇸

Every day, we have the privilege to be in the company of young men and women who willingly raise their hands to serve a cause bigger than themselves. These halls echo with the footsteps of EVERY infantryman, absorbing the stories of heroes who paved the way before them.

If you find yourself in Columbus, we invite you to experience it firsthand. We are located just beyond the gates of Fort Moore inside the National Infantry Museum.

Operating Hours:
Tuesdays to Saturdays: 9 am – 5 pm
Sundays: 11 am – 5 pm

Come and witness the legacy of service that continues to shape our nation's soldiers!

This year’s uniform honors the 3rd Infantry Division. The 3rd ID has a storied history. Activated in 1917 for service in World War I, the unit earned its nickname, “Rock of the Marne” after its performance in the Aisne-Marne Offensive, protecting Paris by stationing itself on the banks of the Marne River.

Go Army! Beat Navy! 🇺🇸

West Point historians inform the Army-Navy game uniform selection Historical and uniform research begins two years ahead of the game.

As a part of the National Infantry Museum's Heroes Among Us campaign, we are highlighting the story of SGT Ronnie Kubik, as remembered by his sister Mary Kubik. Ronnie was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. On April 23rd in the Logar Province, Kubik was seriously wounded in during combat operations alongside his best friend, SGT Jason Santora. Both Rangers later succumbed to their wounds. Read more about his story here https://conta.cc/3NdkfZq

Bunny Hinzman - Fine Art Studio created this portrait of SGT Ronnie Kubik as part of her Patriot Portrait Project and can be seen in our store at the National Infantry Museum alongside the portrait of SGT Jason Santora.

82 years ago on this night, 2,403 families went to sleep, well aware of what was going on in the world, but had no idea that they would lose a family member tomorrow.

On the night of Dec. 6, 1941, there was a band competition called the 'Battle of Music' at Bloch Arena on Naval Station Pearl Harbor, featuring Navy bands from ships homeported in Pearl Harbor and attached to shore installations in Hawaii. The USS Arizona band had already won the first round Sept. 13, 1941, and was not scheduled to play again until the final competition.

During the elimination tournament on the evening of Dec. 6, bands from the USS Pennsylvania (BB 38), USS Tennessee (BB 43), USS Argonne (AG 31), and the submarine base competed against one another. Several members of the USS Arizona band attended the contest to see their upcoming competition and to visit with School of Music shipmates in the Tennessee band.

On the morning of Dec. 7, 1941, while the band from the USS Nevada (BB 36) played morning colors, the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor started. The entire USS Arizona Band, while at battle stations passing ammunition under gun turret number one, was killed in the attack. In the weeks to follow, all the bands that had participated in the 'Battle of Music' voted to posthumously award the tournament trophy to the USS Arizona Band, and renamed it the 'Arizona Trophy.'

Lest we forget.

WE ARE RED, WHITE, AND MERRY!!🎅🏼

🏡 Select Housewares are still 50% Off!
Spruce up your living space this holiday season without breaking the bank. Enjoy a 50% discount on a range of housewares, from kitchen essentials to home decor. Affordable updates for a patriotic-inspired home.

👢 BOGO FREE on Select Combat Boots!
March into style with our exclusive Black Friday deal on combat boots! For a limited time, enjoy a Buy One, Get One Free offer on select combat boots. Whether you're seeking rugged durability or a trendy urban look, this deal offers a practical way to update your most important footwear.

🎁 More Deals Throughout the Store!
Explore the aisles for surprise discounts on various items. There's a little something for everyone, from gadgets to fashion. It's our way of spreading the holiday cheer.

🕒 Limited Time - While Supplies Last!

These deals are in-store exclusives and won't last forever. Hurry in and grab your favorites before they're gone. We're open and ready to help you find what you need.

📍: 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus, GA 31903
📅: Starting today
🕒: Hours of Operation:
Tuesdays-Saturdays 9am – 5pm
Sundays 11am – 5pm

Visit our locally-owned and operated small business located inside the National Infantry Museum and make your Holiday shopping hassle-free and budget-friendly. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Get ready for an epic clash as the United States Army and United States Navy gear up for their 124th faceoff in the storied football rivalry that spans over a century this coming Saturday!

From the inaugural game in 1890 to the present day, this gridiron saga is a testament to grit, glory, and enduring determination. As we approach kickoff, the anticipation builds for a new champion to etch their name alongside Heisman Trophy legends like Davis, Blanchard, Pete Dawkins, Joe Bellino, and Roger Staubach. Iconic stadiums, from the sea-lined brilliance of Navy–Marine Corps Memorial Stadium to the fortress-like Michie Stadium, have borne witness to history. It's more than a game; it's a relentless pursuit of the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy, symbolizing supremacy beyond touchdowns and triumphs. Beyond the fierce competition, a shared mission unites these warriors, they are our nation's future leaders committed to serving our great nation with honor.

Whether in the stands or glued to your screens, lock in your plans around Columbus, prep with patriotic gear from our shop, and prepare for another good weekend of football!

The Army-Navy Game will be played in New England and at Gillette Stadium for the first time on Dec. 9 at 3:00p (EST), marking the start of a new chapter in the 124-year history of America’s Game.

Who's your pick for victory?

This pint-sized recruit is on a mission to melt hearts! He's armed with cuteness and rocking our MultiCam Kids Crawler with Boot Onesie 🫡😍

Thank you to his sweet Mama for letting us share a picture while they're in town to watch his uncle's graduation at the National Infantry Museum!

Visiting Columbus? One interesting fact about the history of Columbus, Georgia is its significant role during the Civil War. Columbus was a key industrial center for the Confederacy, producing textiles, uniforms, and other supplies for the Southern war effort. The city became known as the "Arsenal of the Confederacy" due to its vital contributions to the Confederate military.

During the Civil War, Columbus was spared from major battles, but it did experience the Battle of Columbus in April 1865, which occurred after the fall of Atlanta. Union forces, led by General James H. Wilson, captured the city and its important manufacturing facilities. The city's industrial infrastructure was heavily damaged, marking a turning point in the war. It is known as the place for the last land battle of the Civil War.

Today, visitors to Columbus can explore historical sites and museums that provide insights into the city's role during the Civil War, offering a glimpse into this significant period of American history.

'Tis the season of giving, and we're excited to spread joy with Toys for Tots! 🧸✨

What is Toys for Tots?
Toys for Tots is a wonderful initiative by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve that collects new, unwrapped toys during the holiday season and distributes them to children in need.

How You Can Spark Joy:
🧡 Gift a Toy: Select a brand-new, unwrapped toy and drop it off at your local Toys for Tots collection point.
💲 Monetary Support: Can't make it in person? Consider making a monetary donation to help purchase gifts for those who need it most.

Remember, every toy donated is a small package with the potential to bring a big smile. Let's make sure no child feels left out this holiday season.

Spread the Word!
Tag your friends and family to join in this heartwarming cause. Together, we can create a ripple effect of kindness that brightens up the holiday season for countless children!

📍 Drop-off Location: Infantry Gifts located inside the National Infantry Museum.
⏰ Donation Deadline: Drop off before 22 December.

Let's make this season magical for every child!

🏡 Select Housewares at 50% Off! 🏡
Spruce up your living space without breaking the bank. Enjoy a 50% discount on a range of housewares, from kitchen essentials to home decor. Affordable updates for a cozy home.

👢 BOGO FREE on Select Combat Boots! 👢
March into style with our exclusive Black Friday deal on combat boots! For a limited time, enjoy a Buy One, Get One Free offer on select combat boots. Whether you're seeking rugged durability or a trendy urban look, this deal offers a practical way to update your most important footwear.

🎁 More Deals Throughout the Store! 🎁
Explore the aisles for surprise discounts on various items. There's a little something for everyone, from gadgets to fashion. It's our way of spreading the holiday cheer.

🕒 Limited Time - While Supplies Last! 🕒
These deals are in-store exclusives and won't last forever. Hurry in and grab your favorites before they're gone. We're open and ready to help you find what you need.

📍: 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus, GA 31903
📅: Starting today
🕒: Hours of Operation:
Tuesdays-Saturdays 9am – 5pm
Sundays 11am – 5pm

Visit us at Infantry Gifts located inside the National National Infantry Museum and make your Black Friday shopping hassle-free and budget-friendly. Happy shopping!

Happy Thanksgiving from our families to yours! 🍂

Hoping you have a fantastic day, and let's keep our deployed troops and their families in our hearts.

📸: Soldiers assigned to 3rd Cavalry Regiment enjoy Thanksgiving dinner on Fire Base Saham, Iraq, Nov. 20, 2018.

Humor us in our annual challenge. The comments always have us rolling! 🦃🤣

KIA November 17, 1965
Vietnam

Army SPC Jimmy Nakayama, a second lieutenant in the Idaho National Guard, transitioned to the regular Army and surrendered his commission. He was deployed to Vietnam and was part of the first battle between the U.S. and North Vietnam in what is known as the Battle of Ia Drang. Nakayama met UPI News Reporter, Joe Galloway, who was there to cover the intense battle. Both engaged in small talk when they first met, then hours later Galloway was trying to save Jimmy’s life. Galloway was awarded the Bronze Star for his heroic actions while accompanying the 7th Cavalry Regiment during the Battle of Ia Drang.

Excerpt from Joe Galloway’s book, “A Reporter’s Journal From Hell”:

“The first had just released two cans of na**lm. The second was about to do the same. Lt. Charlie Hastings, the Air Force forward observer, was screaming into his mike: Pull up! Pull up! The second plane pulled up. That left the two cans of na**lm loblollying end over end towards us. Gregg Dillon buried his face in my shoulder. Later he would tell me he had heard if na**lm was coming in you should protect your eyes. The two cans went right over our heads and impacted no more than 20 yards from us, the jellied gasoline spreading out and flaming up going away from us. That 20 yards saved our lives but through the blazing fire I could see two men, two Americans, dancing in that fire, I jumped to my feet. So did medic Tommy Burlile. Burlile was shot in the head by a sniper before he could reach the scene. I charged on in and someone was yelling, “Get this man’s feet!” I reached down and grabbed the ankles of a horribly burned soldier. They crumbled and the skin and flesh, now cooked, rubbed off. I could feel his bare ankle bones in the palms of my hands. We carried him to the aid station. Later I would learn that his name was Jimmy D. Nakayama of Rigby, Idaho. His wife, Trudie, had given birth to their first child, a daughter named Nikki, on November 7. Jimmy died in an Army hospital two days later, on November 17. For a lot of years I looked for Jimmy’s wife and daughter. Last month, after the movie We Were Soliers was released I received a letter from Jimmy’s widow. Last week a letter came from his daughter Nikki, now 36 years old and the mother of two young sons. No single day has passed since that long-ago November day that I have not thought about Jimmy Nakayama, the young woman who loved him, and the daughter who would never know a father’s love.”

SPC Jimmy Nakayama was 21 years old from Rigby, Idaho

The original portrait was presented on November 2, 2013, to his wife and daughter during a special “We Were Soldiers” film screening.

May he never be forgotten!

The perfect Thanksgiving travel mug. Is it wine? Is it coffee? The answer is yes.

📸: grapechic // swagbrewery

Did you know this about the history of our great city?

Columbus, Georgia, once the site of a Creek Indian Village, is one of the few cities in the United States to be planned before its founding. Established in 1828 as a trading post to strengthen the western border of Georgia, Columbus was the last "frontier town" of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Photo is of Columbus in 1886.

ROTHCO's Poncho Liner with ties, aka the woobie, offers unbeatable warmth and protection from the elements.

👉Ties In Each Corner For Attaching To Your Poncho Which Provides An Additional Layer Of Insulation To Protect You From The Cold
👉Multipurpose Poncho Liner Works Great As Sleeping Bag Or Blanket
👉Can Be Used As Temporary Shelter Or Sunshade
👉Constructed From Soft Yet Durable Quilted Rip-Stop Material For Years Of Reliable Use
👉A Great Addition To Your Bug Out Bag Or Camping Pack
👉Measures 62 Inches X 82 Inches

These make a great gift for your loved ones! Come in and see us this week for all your favorite patriotic gifts.

I AM A VETERAN

You may not know me the first time we meet
I’m just another you see on the street
But I am the reason you walk and breathe free
I am the reason for your liberty

I AM A VETERAN

I work in the local factory all-day
I own the restaurant just down the way
I sell you insurance, I start your IV
I’ve got the best-looking grandkids you’ll ever see

I’m your grocer, your banker
Your child’s schoolteacher
I’m your plumber, your barber
Your family’s preacher
But there’s part of me you don’t know very well
Just listen a moment, I’ve a story to tell

I AM A VETERAN

I joined the service while still in my teens
I traded my prom dress for camouflage greens
I’m the first in my family to do something like this
I followed my father, like he followed his

Defying my fears and hiding my doubt
I married my sweetheart before I shipped out
I missed Christmas, then Easter
The birth of my son
But I knew I was doing what had to be done

I served on the battlefront, I served on the base
I bound up the wounded
And begged for God’s grace
I gave orders to fire, I followed commands
I marched into conflict in far distant lands

In the jungle, the desert, on mountains and shores
In bunkers, in tents, on dank earthen floors
While I fought on the ground, in the air, on the sea
My family and friends were home praying for me

For the land of the free and the home of the brave
I faced my demons in foxholes and caves
Then one dreaded day, without drummer or fife
I lost an arm, my buddy lost his life

I came home and moved on
But forever was changed
The perils of war in my memory remained
I don’t really say much, I don’t feel like I can
But I left home a child, and came home a man

There are thousands like me
Thousands more who are gone
But their legacy lives as time marches on
White crosses in rows
And names carved in queue
Remind us of what these brave souls had to do

I’m part of a fellowship, a strong mighty band
Of each man and each woman
Who has served this great land
And when Old Glory waves
I stand proud, I stand tall
I helped keep her flying over you, over all

🇺🇸 I AM A VETERAN 🇺🇸

Happy Veterans Day to all!

See you all tomorrow inside the National Infantry Museum for a special Veterans Day event starting at 11 am!

Our Veterans Day program and paver dedication will be indoors tomorrow at 11:00. Come for the ceremony and then stick around to catch a movie and try out the Virtual Reality simulators.

The livestream will be right here on our page!

Happy Birthday, Marine Corps! Born on this day in 1775 at the Tun Tavern in Philadelphia. Today is a tribute to all Marines. We express gratitude for your service and sacrifice. SEMPER FIDELIS! 🇺🇲