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10TH MTN

U.S. Army

The 10th Mountain Division is a light infantry division of the US Army specialized in mountain and winter warfare. It was originally activated during World War II and has since been reactivated for various conflicts, including the War on Terror. The division is trained in a variety of specialized skills such as skiing, snowmobiling, and mountain climbing. It is known for its high level of physical fitness and ability to operate in harsh and rugged terrain.

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The 10th Mountain Division was originally formed as the 10th Light Division (Alpine) during World War II, specializing in mountain and winter warfare.
The division trained at Camp Hale in Colorado, which was known for its rugged terrain and harsh weather conditions.
Members of the 10th Mountain Division were trained in skiing, mountaineering, and cold-weather survival skills.
The division saw combat in the Italian Campaign during World War II, where they played a key role in the successful capture of Riva Ridge and Mount Belvedere.
After the war, the 10th Mountain Division was deactivated, but was later reactivated for the Korean War, Cold War, and various deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.
The division's distinctive insignia features a white cross on a blue shield, symbolizing the snowy mountains of their training grounds.
The 10th Mountain Division is known for their motto "Climb to Glory," which reflects their dedication to excellence and overcoming challenges.
Several members of the division went on to become notable figures, including Senator Bob Dole, Congressman Lloyd Bentsen, and filmmaker Warren Miller.
In 1985, the 10th Mountain Division was restructured as a light infantry division, but still maintains their legacy of mountain warfare expertise.
The division continues to serve as a vital component of the US Army, deploying troops to various regions around the world in support of national security interests.

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John TAYLOR

U.S. Army Other · 1991 - 1994

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Daniel Watson

U.S. Army Military Retiree · 1997 - 1998

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Juan Aranda

U.S. Army Military Retiree · 1999 - 2004

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Roberto Medina

U.S. Army Veteran · 2002 - 2004

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About this Unit

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The 10th Mountain Division was originally formed as the 10th Light Division (Alpine) during World War II, specializing in mountain and winter warfare.
The division trained at Camp Hale in Colorado, which was known for its rugged terrain and harsh weather conditions.
Members of the 10th Mountain Division were trained in skiing, mountaineering, and cold-weather survival skills.
The division saw combat in the Italian Campaign during World War II, where they played a key role in the successful capture of Riva Ridge and Mount Belvedere.
After the war, the 10th Mountain Division was deactivated, but was later reactivated for the Korean War, Cold War, and various deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.
The division's distinctive insignia features a white cross on a blue shield, symbolizing the snowy mountains of their training grounds.
The 10th Mountain Division is known for their motto "Climb to Glory," which reflects their dedication to excellence and overcoming challenges.
Several members of the division went on to become notable figures, including Senator Bob Dole, Congressman Lloyd Bentsen, and filmmaker Warren Miller.
In 1985, the 10th Mountain Division was restructured as a light infantry division, but still maintains their legacy of mountain warfare expertise.
The division continues to serve as a vital component of the US Army, deploying troops to various regions around the world in support of national security interests.