Fort Richardson. Alaska. 17th Support Battalion. Cold War Proven.
Serving in Alaska during the Cold War wasn't just a remote posting — it was a front-line strategic assignment. The soldiers of the 17th Support Battalion, 172nd Infantry Brigade at Fort Richardson, Alaska kept the brigade combat-ready in one of the most demanding environments in the US military, just across the Bering Strait from Soviet territory. This premium 15oz white ceramic mug honors their service with the Cold War service ribbon as a proud tribute to a mission that mattered.
The Arctic Brigade. Always Ready at the Top of the World.
The 172nd Infantry Brigade was a light infantry brigade of the United States Army, stationed in Alaska and responsible for defending one of America's most strategically sensitive regions during the Cold War. The 17th Support Battalion was the logistical backbone that kept the brigade fed, fueled, armed, and operational through Alaska's brutal winters and demanding terrain. Their Cold War service ribbon represents every day of that commitment — in conditions that tested soldiers as much as any combat deployment.
Product Specifications
- Material: Premium white ceramic
- Capacity: 15 oz (0.44 L)
- Rounded corners with classic C-handle
- High-quality sublimation printing
- Dishwasher-safe & microwave-safe
A Gift for a 172nd Brigade Alaska Veteran
For the veteran who served with the 17th Support Battalion at Fort Richardson and remembers the Alaska assignment, this Cold War service ribbon mug is a deeply personal tribute. The Fort Richardson and 172nd Brigade designations make it instantly meaningful to those who were there — perfect for Veterans Day, Cold War commemorations, reunions, or honoring a support soldier whose work kept the Arctic brigade ready.
Unit History
The 172nd Infantry Brigade was a light infantry brigade of the United States Army, originally stationed at Fort Wainwright, Alaska before later moving its headquarters to Grafenwöhr, Germany. An active duty independent brigade and part of V Corps, it was one of five active-duty separate brigade combat teams in the US Army before its inactivation on 31 May 2013.