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4th Infantry2nd Infantry Division972nd engineering battalion101st Airborne1st Cavalry Division

John Conway

U.S. Army Military Retiree

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About

Branch

U.S. Army

Rank

E-7, Sergeant First Class

Service Years

1991 - 2017

Units

4th Infantry

U.S. Army

The 4th Infantry Division, known as the "Ivy Division," was first activated in 1917 and participated in major campaigns during World War I, including the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. During World War II, the division famously landed at Utah Beach on D-Day, June 6, 1944, playing a critical role in the Normandy invasion and the subsequent liberation of France. In the Vietnam War, the 4th Infantry Division conducted extensive combat operations in the Central Highlands. In the 21st century, the division has served multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, continuing its legacy as one of the U.S. Army’s most storied and decorated units.

1999 - 2010
2nd Infantry Division insignia

2nd Infantry Division

U.S. Army

The 2nd Infantry Division, also known as the "Indianhead Division," was formed in 1917 and first saw combat in World War I, participating in key battles such as Belleau Wood and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. During World War II, the division landed on Omaha Beach on D-Day+1 and fought across France, Belgium, and into Germany. In the Korean War, the 2nd Infantry Division was one of the first U.S. units to arrive and played a critical role in defensive actions and offensives throughout the conflict. Today, the division remains forward-deployed in South Korea, serving as a key component of the United States’ commitment to the defense of the Korean Peninsula.

1994 - 1995

972nd engineering battalion

U.S. Army

The 972nd Engineering Battalion is a combat engineering unit with a distinguished history of service within the United States Army. Originally constituted during World War II, the battalion provided critical engineering support, including construction, demolition, and fortification tasks, often under hazardous conditions. Throughout its service, the 972nd has participated in major conflicts, including the Korean War and Operation Iraqi Freedom, contributing to both combat operations and humanitarian missions. Known for its adaptability and technical expertise, the battalion continues to play a vital role in supporting military operations at home and abroad.

1991 - 1992
101st Airborne insignia

101st Airborne

U.S. Army

The 101st Airborne Division is a specialized unit of the United States Army that is trained for air assault operations. It was created during World War II and gained fame for its role in the D-Day invasion of Normandy in 1944. The division has since participated in numerous conflicts around the world, including the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Known as the "Screaming Eagles," the 101st Airborne is considered one of the most elite and versatile divisions in the US military.

2009 - 2017
1st Cavalry Division insignia

1st Cavalry Division

U.S. Army

The 1st Cavalry Division is a combined arms division of the United States Army, based in Fort Hood, Texas. It is one of the most famous and decorated divisions in the Army, with a history dating back to its activation in 1921. The division has seen combat in World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, and most recently in Iraq and Afghanistan. Known for its unparalleled speed and mobility, the 1st Cavalry Division is a highly trained and versatile fighting force.

1992 - 1994