David  Zeilbeck
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2nd Armored DivisionUS Army3rd Infantry Division

David Zeilbeck

U.S. Army Veteran

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About

Branch

U.S. Army

Rank

E-4 SPC

Service Years

1984 - 1992

Units

2nd Armored Division insignia

2nd Armored Division

U.S. Army

The 2nd Armored Division, nicknamed "Hell on Wheels," was activated on July 15, 1940, at Fort Benning, Georgia. The division gained fame during World War II, landing in North Africa in 1942 and later participating in the invasions of Sicily and Normandy. It played a crucial role in the breakout from Saint-Lô and the subsequent advance across France, Belgium, and into Germany, including the Battle of the Bulge. After the war, the division served during the Cold War in Germany and was deployed in Operation Desert Storm before its inactivation in 1995.

1984 - 1985
US Army insignia

US Army

U.S. Army

The US Army is the largest branch of the United States military. It is responsible for land-based military operations and is comprised of soldiers who are trained to defend the country and its interests. The Army has a long history of service, dating back to the Revolutionary War, and plays a crucial role in national defense and security. Soldiers in the Army are trained in combat skills, leadership, and teamwork to carry out missions both domestically and internationally.

1984 - 1992
3rd Infantry Division insignia

3rd Infantry Division

U.S. Army

The 3rd Infantry Division is a mechanized infantry division of the United States Army. It is based at Fort Stewart, Georgia and currently has approximately 17,000 soldiers assigned to its ranks. The division has a long and distinguished history, having been involved in numerous conflicts including World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Gulf War. The 3rd Infantry Division is known for its rapid deployment capabilities and ability to quickly respond to crises around the world.

1985 - 1987