Sharon Redig

Womens Army Corp

U.S. Army

The Women's Army Corps (WAC) was a branch of the United States Army created during World War II to allow women to serve in non-combat roles. The WAC provided essential support services such as clerical work, healthcare, communication, and logistics. Over 150,000 women served in the WAC during World War II, paving the way for future generations of women to serve in the military. The WAC was disbanded in 1978 when women were integrated into the regular Army.

The 124th Signal Battalion was originally constituted in the Regular Army of the United States and activated in 1942. It played a crucial role during World War II, providing vital communications support to the 4th Infantry Division through campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. After the war, the battalion continued to serve with distinction, supporting various operations and exercises during the Cold War era, including deployments in Europe. The unit was inactivated in 2004 at Fort Hood, Texas, as part of Army transformation efforts, concluding over six decades of dedicated service.

4th Infantry Division

U.S. Army

The 4th Infantry Division is a division of the United States Army that is based at Fort Carson, Colorado. It is known for its role in World War II, where it played a key role in the D-Day invasion of Normandy. The division has also served in the Vietnam War, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. The 4th Infantry Division is currently a versatile and adaptable unit that trains to deploy rapidly and conduct combat operations in a variety of environments.