101 First Airborne Division

• First formed in August 1942 at Camp Claiborne, Louisiana • The division's most famous operation was Operation Overlord on D-Day, where it was tasked with securing key objectives in Normandy • The division's nickname is the "Screaming Eagles" due to its insignia and motto "Rendezvous with Destiny" • The 101st Airborne Division saw action in multiple campaigns during World War II, including Operation Market Garden and the Battle of the Bulge • The division played a crucial role in the capture of Hitler's Eagle's Nest fortress in Berchtesgaden, Germany • The 101st Airborne Division also saw action during the Vietnam War, where it participated in Operation Hawthorne • The division's soldiers are known for their courage, tenacity, and ability to adapt to challenging situations • The 101st Airborne Division is based at Fort Campbell, Kentucky and is part of the XVIII Airborne Corps • The division's motto "Currahee" comes from the Cherokee word for "Stand Alone" • The 101st Airborne Division continues to be one of the most highly trained and elite units in the US Army