The lineage of Troop C, 17th Cavalry was reconstituted 1 March 1957 in the Regular Army and consolidated with the 11th Airborne Reconnaissance Company and the consolidated unit designated as Troop C, 17th Cavalry, an element of the 11th Airborne Division (later designated as the 11th Air Assault Division). I've been doing some research and what I've been able to come up with in regard to this units' history is a bit confusing to me.
I have here an incountry made example of a 'C' Company 3/17th Air Cavalry 'Charlie Horse' ARPS (Aero-Rifle Platoon) piece from my collection.
