I understand statements like these cannot be proven as fact, but is there any semblance of truth that a single infantry regiment had a reputation like this?
Follow up: During other time periods, are there any single infantry units that could have reasonable stake to this claim?
Follow up: During other time periods, are there any single infantry units that could have reasonable stake to this claim?
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