V Corps, also known as the Fifth Corps, is a storied formation of the United States Army first activated during World War I in 1918. It played a pivotal role in both World Wars, notably participating in the D-Day landings and the liberation of Europe during World War II. Throughout the Cold War, V Corps was headquartered in Germany, serving as a key element of NATO’s forward defense against the Soviet Union. After a period of inactivation, V Corps was reactivated in 2020 to strengthen U.S. Army operations and command in Europe, reflecting renewed focus on collective defense and deterrence in the region.