The regiment was famous for defending Osowiec Fortress, having carried out the "Attack of the Dead Men."

After the creation of the regiment in July 1914, it was attached to the 57th Infantry Division of the 1st Army of Paul von Rennenkampf.

The regiment covered the retreat of Russian troops from East Prussia, preventing their encirclement.

For their courage in rearguard battles with the enemy, fourteen servicement were awarded the Cross of St. George, 4th Class.

At the end of January 1915, the regiment found itself in Osowiec, taking the perimeter of the fortress under guard.