3:339th 84th div

• World War II Origins: The 3rd Battalion, 339th Infantry Regiment, was part of the 84th Infantry Division ("Railsplitters"), which was activated for service in World War II in 1942. • Normandy Arrival: The 84th Division, including the 3/339th, landed in France in early November 1944, several months after D-Day, and quickly moved into action. • Operation Clipper: The battalion participated in Operation Clipper, a coordinated Allied offensive that captured the German-held town of Geilenkirchen in November 1944. • Battle of the Bulge: The 3/339th played a key role in the Battle of the Bulge, helping to stop the German offensive in the Ardennes during the harsh winter of 1944-45. • Crossing the Roer: Members of the battalion took part in the crossing of the Roer River in February 1945, which was critical to breaking through German defenses in western Germany. • Capture of Hannover: The battalion advanced into Germany and was involved in the capture of the city of Hannover in April 1945, contributing to the final defeat of Nazi forces. • Casualty Rate: The 339th Infantry Regiment, including its 3rd Battalion, suffered significant casualties during its campaigns, reflecting the heavy fighting experienced by the unit. • Decorations: The regiment and its battalions, including 3/339th, received several unit citations and awards for valor and performance in combat. • Post-War Service: After WWII, the 84th Division, including the 3/339th, was reactivated as part of the Army Reserve, continuing its legacy in training and support roles. • Nickname – "Railsplitters": The division's nickname and insignia honor Abraham Lincoln, symbolizing the unit's roots in the Midwest and its enduring spirit, which the 3/339th proudly carried.