HHC 5th Inf Div

• Origins: The Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), 5th Infantry Division traces its roots back to World War I, when the division was activated in December 1917 at Camp Logan, Texas. • The "Red Diamond": The 5th Infantry Division is famously known as the "Red Diamond Division," referencing its distinctive shoulder insignia. • World War I Service: The division, including its headquarters elements, fought in major operations such as the Saint-Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne offensives, earning a reputation for tenacity. • World War II Deployment: The division was reactivated in 1940 and participated in the Normandy Campaign after landing in France in July 1944, with HHC orchestrating command and control during the advance across Europe. • Liberation of Luxembourg: The 5th Infantry Division, under HHC coordination, played a key role in liberating Luxembourg from German occupation in September 1944. • Cold War Era: Post-World War II, the division (including HHC) was stationed in Germany as part of NATO forces, reflecting the unit's ongoing strategic importance. • Vietnam War: Elements of the 5th Infantry Division, including HHC, were deployed to Vietnam in 1968, where they played a significant role in operations along the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). • Notable Commanders: The division has been commanded by several famous generals, including Major General John E. Dahlquist during WWII and Major General Carroll H. Dunn during the Vietnam War era. • Desert Storm: Although the division was inactivated in 1992, elements of its headquarters participated in operations during the Gulf War buildup as part of the strategic reserve. • Decorations and Honors: The 5th Infantry Division and its HHC have received numerous awards, including the French Croix de Guerre and Luxembourg’s Order of the Oak Crown for their wartime service.