76th Training Division

• World War II Activation: The 76th Division was first activated in August 1917 for World War I, but it did not see combat. It was reactivated for World War II in June 1942 and played a significant role in the European Theater. • Nickname - "Onaway Division": The division’s nickname, “Onaway,” comes from a Native American word meaning "awake" or "alert," and was adopted as the division's call sign during World War I. • European Campaigns: During World War II, the 76th Infantry Division participated in the Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe campaigns. • Crossing the Sauer River: In February 1945, the division was one of the first American units to cross the Sauer River into Germany, marking a critical point in the Allied advance. • Liberation Efforts: The division liberated hundreds of towns and villages in Germany and helped free thousands of prisoners, including forced laborers and concentration camp survivors. • Postwar Inactivation and Reactivation: After World War II, the division was inactivated in December 1945, then reactivated in the Army Reserve in 1950 as the 76th Division (Training). • Current Role: Today, the 76th Training Division is responsible for preparing Army Reserve and National Guard units for deployment, specializing in individual and collective training exercises. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The division's insignia features a blue and white monogram “ON” for “Onaway”, set against a red background, symbolizing loyalty, purity, and valor. • Training Innovation: The 76th Training Division has been at the forefront of developing new training methodologies, including simulation-based training and integrating lessons learned from recent conflicts. • Honoring Fallen Heroes: Throughout its history, the division has held annual commemorative events honoring fallen soldiers and veterans, fostering a strong legacy of remembrance and respect.