Why does Hispanic Heritage Month start in the middle of September and end in the middle of October?

How many countries’ Independence Days fall within Hispanic Heritage Month?

The 65th Infantry Regiment (Borinqueneers)

Hispanic Army volunteers led by President Theodore Rosevelt's Calvary

Several thousand soldiers who abandoned their post

 The 141st Infantry of the Texas National Guard

The 158th Infantry, Arizona National Guard (The Bushmasters)

To value the contributions of American Soldiers with Hispanic ancestry 

To celebrate and recognize cultural diversity in the Army

To educate all Soldiers on the history of Hispanic influence in the Army

To create a more inclusive enviroment for all soldiers

Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month in the Army and educating soldiers the importance of it.