35th Armor Division

• Not an Official "35th Armor Division": There is no official record of a "35th Armor Division" in U.S. military history. However, there is a 35th Infantry Division and various 35th Armor Regiments/Battalions in U.S. Army history. • 35th Infantry Division's Armor Component: The 35th Infantry Division, known as the "Santa Fe Division," has had attached armor units during various periods, especially during World War II and the Cold War. • 35th Armor Regiment: The 35th Armor Regiment was activated in 1941 as part of the U.S. Army's armored force expansion during World War II. • World War II Service: Elements of the 35th Armor Regiment served in Europe during World War II, participating in campaigns in France, Belgium, and Germany. • Cold War Reorganizations: After World War II, the 35th Armor Regiment underwent several reorganizations, often being broken into battalions (such as 1st and 2nd Battalions, 35th Armor) and assigned to various divisions. • Vietnam War Service: The 2nd Battalion, 35th Armor served with distinction in Vietnam as part of the 25th Infantry Division, providing armored support and security operations. • Modern Deployments: Elements of the 35th Armor lineage have served in more recent conflicts, including Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom. • Decorations: Units of the 35th Armor have been awarded multiple campaign streamers and unit citations, including the Presidential Unit Citation and the Valorous Unit Award. • Distinctive Insignia: The regiment's distinctive unit insignia features a gold and black shield with a tank and a fleur-de-lis, symbolizing both armored warfare and its service in France. • Legacy and Motto: The 35th Armor Regiment's motto is "Vitesse Et Puissance" (French for "Speed and Power"), reflecting the core attributes of armored warfare. Note: If you meant a different country's or organization's "35th Armor Division," please provide more details for a more specific answer.