The 1st Armored Division, nicknamed "Old Ironsides," is the oldest and most recognizable armor division in the United States Army. It was the first tank unit to see combat in World War II. Old Ironsides is still serving America as part of III Corps, stationed at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. This is a short history of the 1st Armored Division.

A brown water navy or riverine force, refers to maritime forces specific to operations within inland waterways, including rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. Today, it broadly encompasses small patrol boats and gunboats deployed in coastal areas and on rivers, supported by larger motherships. While riverine units remain an element of the modern U.S. Navy, the phrase "brown-water navy" is most associated with its significant operational role in the Vietnam War, securing the Meko

Since the 1960s, the 2nd Infantry Division has been responsible for defending South Korea against potential invasion from North Korea. This is the History of the 2nd Infantry Division - the Warrior Division.

The 11th Infantry Brigade has a varied but significant history. They are best known for their service as a light infantry brigade in the Vietnam War, serving as part of the 23rd Infantry Division, the Americal. This is the History of the 11th Light Infantry Brigade.

The 3d Armored Division was a heavy mechanized division of the United States Army that served in World War Two, the Cold War defense of Western Europe, and the Persian Gulf War. This is a short history of the Spearhead Division, the 3rd Armored Division.

The 2nd Cavalry can trace its lineage back to the early part of the 19th century. They’ve been named Dragoons, Armored Cavalry, and Stryker Cavalry. Despite the name changes, the Regiment has the distinction of being the longest continuously serving mounted unit in the United States Army.

History of the 1st Aviation Brigade in Vietnam. The Brigade served in Vietnam from May 1966 until March 1973. At its peak strength, the 1st Aviation Brigade had over 4,000 helicopters and fixed wing aircraft and approximately 24,000 soldiers assigned.

A history behind the patch of the 82nd Airborne from World War I through current day, featuring a video from the Roving Historian of the 82nd Airborne Division during Vietnam and the Cold war.

The 5th Infantry Division is currently inactive. But the Red Diamond has a superior combat record from the First World War, World War II, Vietnam, and Operation Just Cause, the invasion of Panama. This blog is a short history of the 5th Infantry Division during the Vietnam War and includes a video by the Roving Historian, Jim Broumley featuring archival footage and photos of the Red Devils in Vietnam.

A summary history of the USMC's 3rd Marine Division including a video of their time in the Vietnam War. Archival video illustrates the story of the "Fighting Third," the 3rdMarDiv's combat chronicle during the Vietnam conflict. Includes footage from Khe Sanh and Con Thien, as well as their origin story and early history.

Since 1974, the 101st Airborne Division has been the United States Army's "Air Assault" Division. The Division is capable of lifting, by helicopter, a 4,000-soldier combined arms force up to 150 kilometers behind enemy lines in one lift. Having approximately 281 helicopters, including three battalions of Apache attack helicopters, makes the "Screaming Eagles" the most versatile fighting unit in the Army.

The History of the 25th Infantry Division - Tropic Lightning. From its inception as the Hawaiian Division in 1921, through WWII, Korea, Vietnam and the Global War on Terror - GWOT.

From it's early days in World War II, through Panama Canal, and into the Vietnam War. Blog post includes archival footage and photos along with in-depth coverage from historian Jim Broumley.

The 9th Infantry Division of the U.S. Army is nicknamed the "Old Reliables." It was created during World War I as the 9th Division, but it was never deployed overseas. The division proved to be an important asset during World War II, Vietnam, and the Cold War.

Soldiers of the 187th Infantry Regiment (Airborne) have the distinction of belonging to the only airborne regiment that has served in every conflict since the inception of American airborne forces. During their time in the Korean War, the Rakkasans were awarded a Presidential Unit Citation and two Korean Presidential Citations, as well as earning five more Battle Streamers for their flag. Three soldiers from the 187 were awarded the Medal of Honor.

History of the 1st Cavalry Division from 1833 to present. View photos and video footage of the 1st Cavalry Division during WWII, including images of the unit during horse-mounted expeditions into Mexican territory.

The history of the 1st Infantry Division, nicknamed "The Fighting First" or "The Big Red One" after its distinctive shoulder patch, is one of the richest in the United States Army. They have provided continuous service to the country since their organization in 1917.

The 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team (BCT) is a parachute infantry brigade of the United States Army, with its home base in Vicenza, Italy. The "Sky Soldiers" are the United States European Command's conventional airborne strategic response force for Europe. With a rich history dating back to 1917, the 173rd Airborne veterans can hold their heads high, proud of the time spent serving in one of the best units of the United States Army.

"The Pathfinder Division" - A Summary History of the 8th Infantry Division. The 8th ID was a mechanized infantry division in the US Army. The 8th Infantry Division went by the nickname of the "Golden Arrow Division" and later, the "Pathfinder Division." Both referred to the gold arrow in the unit's shoulder patch. However, many soldiers referred to the wearers of an 8ID patch as "Crazy Eights." The 8th I.D. served proudly during WWarI, WWII, in Europe during the Cold War and

Summary history of The 99th Infantry Battalion (Separate) A Norwegian-American Unit formed during WWII. Army planners knew that they needed soldiers who could blend in with the local Norwegians. It was determined that the Army should recruit native speakers of Norwegian and Americans of Norwegian descent for a special unit. On July 10, 1942, the 99th Infantry Battalion was activated. Many of the men who volunteered for the unit came from Minnesota and the Dakotas.