45th Infantry Brigade

• The 45th Infantry Brigade is a formation of the United States Army established in 1920 • During World War II, the 45th Infantry Brigade served in North Africa, Sicily, and Italy • The 45th Infantry Brigade was activated for the Korean War in 1950 and saw heavy combat during the conflict • Members of the 45th Infantry Brigade were involved in the Oklahoma City bombing rescue and recovery efforts in 1995 • The 45th Infantry Brigade served in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2007 to 2008 • In 2010, the 45th Infantry Brigade deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom • The 45th Infantry Brigade is known for its distinctive patch featuring a thunderbird symbol • The brigade has a long history of providing disaster relief and humanitarian assistance in various countries • Members of the 45th Infantry Brigade have received numerous awards for valor and service during their deployments • The 45th Infantry Brigade continues to train and prepare for future deployments in support of national security interests