Alpha Troop. Kentucky Mounted Rifles. Proud to Serve.
The name says it all — Alpha Troop, 240th Cavalry Regiment, the Kentucky Mounted Rifles. This premium 15oz white ceramic mug proudly displays the full regimental identity of one of Kentucky's most distinctive cavalry units, honoring every soldier who rode under that proud designation as part of the United States Army.
The First Troop of a Proud Regiment
As the sole organized element of the 240th Cavalry, Alpha Troop carried the full weight of the regiment's identity. Stationed at Owensboro as part of the 149th Armored Brigade, these Kentucky Guardsmen embodied the cavalry tradition in the heart of the Commonwealth. This mug is a tribute to every trooper who answered that call.
Product Specifications
- Material: Premium white ceramic with ORCA coating
- Capacity: 15 oz (0.44 L)
- Rounded corners with classic C-handle
- Lead and BPA-free
- Dishwasher-safe & microwave-safe
- Care: Clean in dishwasher or wash by hand with warm water and dish soap
A Gift for a Kentucky Cavalryman
Whether for a veteran of Alpha Troop, a military history enthusiast, or a proud Kentucky family member, this mug is a conversation piece that carries real meaning. The full regimental name — Kentucky Mounted Rifles — makes it instantly recognizable to anyone who served or knows someone who did.
Unit History
The 240th Cavalry (Kentucky Mounted Rifles) was a United States Army parent cavalry regiment represented in the Kentucky Army National Guard by Troop A (Alpha Troop), part of the 149th Armored Brigade, stationed at Owensboro, Kentucky. Constituted on 3 September 1980 under the Combat Arms Regimental System (CARS) and partially organized on 1 November 1980, the regiment was disbanded in 1985.