23rd Infantry Division

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About 23rd Infantry Division

The 23rd Infantry Division, also known as the "Americal Division," is a unit of the United States Army that was activated in 1942. It has a long and distinguished history of service, including deployments during World War II, the Vietnam War, and the Iraq War. The division is based at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state and is known for its expertise in jungle warfare and counterinsurgency operations. The 23rd Infantry Division continues to be a vital component of the U.S. Army's readiness and response capabilities.

Unit Members

Steven Waddle

U.S. Army (2008-2014)

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Brian ELLIOTT

U.S. Army (1969-1972)

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U.S. Army • 1984

A Little Nip After Duty

U.S. Army • 1967

About 23rd Infantry Division

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Historical Facts

• The 23rd Infantry Division was initially activated in 1917 during World War I. • During World War II, the division fought in the Pacific Theater and participated in the Battle of Guadalcanal. • The 23rd Infantry Division was known as the "Americal Division" due to its service in the Pacific, combining "American" and "New Caledonia" (where it first formed). • After World War II, the division was inactivated, but reactivated during the Vietnam War. • The division played a major role in the Battle of Khe Sanh in 1968 during the Vietnam War. • The 23rd Infantry Division is based in Hawaii and is one of the Army's most deployed divisions. • In 2003, the division was deployed to Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. • During the Iraq War, the division conducted numerous combat operations, including the Battle of Najaf in 2004. • The 23rd Infantry Division has been awarded numerous unit citations and awards for its service in various conflicts. • Today, the division continues to train and deploy soldiers in support of global missions and contingencies.