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History of the 3rd Armored Division
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.
Jan 238 min read


History of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment
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.
Jan 910 min read


History of the 1st Aviation Brigade During the Vietnam War
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.
Dec 4, 20256 min read


A History of the 82nd Airborne During the Vietnam and the Cold War
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.
Dec 4, 20255 min read


A History of the 5th Infantry Division in Vietnam
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.
Nov 13, 20255 min read


History of the 3rd Marine Division
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.
Oct 23, 20256 min read
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