Colon Pinkney

7th Infantry Division

U.S. Army

The 7th Infantry Division is a unit of the United States Army based out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington. It was first activated in 1917 during World War I and has since participated in numerous conflicts, including World War II, the Korean War, and the Iraq War. The division is known for its iconic Indian head patch and motto of "Bayonet Division." Today, the 7th Infantry Division remains a key element of the US Army's force structure and is ready to deploy in support of national security objectives.

The 7th Army was a United States Army formation which saw action during World War II and the Cold War. It was initially activated in 1918 as part of the American Expeditionary Forces but was reactivated in 1944 to support the Allied invasion of Normandy. Throughout its history, the 7th Army was involved in several major campaigns, including the Battle of the Bulge and the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp. The unit was officially deactivated in 1992 as part of the post-Cold War drawdown of American forces in Europe.

Fort Hunter Liggett, established in 1940, is a United States Army installation located in Monterey County, California. Originally part of the Hearst Ranch, the land was acquired by the Army to serve as a training and maneuver area during World War II. Over the decades, Fort Hunter Liggett has been utilized for large-scale field exercises, weapons testing, and as a key training site for Army Reserve and National Guard units. Today, it remains the largest Army Reserve installation in the western United States, supporting a wide range of military training operations and joint exercises.

The Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Missile Command (HHC MICOM), was established to provide command, control, and administrative support for the U.S. Army Missile Command at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. Formed in the 1960s during the height of the Cold War, HHC MICOM played a vital role in overseeing the development, testing, and fielding of advanced missile systems, including the HAWK, Nike Hercules, and later the Patriot and MLRS systems. The unit ensured the coordination of research, logistics, and operational requirements, supporting both national defense and international allied programs. Over the years, HHC MICOM adapted to evolving military technologies and organizational changes, remaining a central component of America’s missile and air defense capabilities.

1st Armored Division

U.S. Army

The 1st Armored Division is a division of the United States Army, based at Fort Bliss, Texas. It is a combined arms division with a proud history of serving in World War II, the Gulf War, and multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. The division's primary mission is to provide prompt, sustained, combined arms capability to the US Army in a variety of operational environments. It is known for its distinctive insignia, the "Old Ironsides," and for its motto, "Iron Soldiers."