84th DIV

• Origins: The 84th Division was first constituted in the National Army on August 5, 1917, during World War I. • Nickname: The division is famously known as the “Railsplitters,” a tribute to Abraham Lincoln, who split rails as a young man in Illinois, the division’s original home area. • World War I Service: Although organized during World War I, the division did not see combat, serving instead as a training unit for replacements. • World War II Campaigns: The 84th Infantry Division fought in several major campaigns during World War II, including the Battle of the Bulge, Rhineland, and Central Europe. • European Landing: The 84th Division landed in France in November 1944 and quickly entered combat, distinguishing itself in the Siegfried Line campaign. • Famous Engagement: The division played a key role in the capture of Geilenkirchen, Germany, during Operation Clipper, working closely with British forces. • Liberation Efforts: The 84th helped liberate several concentration camps, including the Nordhausen labor camp in April 1945. • Postwar Activities: After World War II, the division was inactivated, but later reactivated as a Reserve unit, serving as a training and support command. • Modern Role: Today, the 84th Training Command (formerly the 84th Division) supports the U.S. Army Reserve’s training mission, focusing on readiness and exercises. • Unit Insignia: The division’s distinctive shoulder patch features a white ax splitting a rail on a red background, symbolizing its "Railsplitters" heritage.