Charles Burroughs

25th Infantry Division

U.S. Army

The 25th Infantry Division, known as the "Tropic Lightning," was activated on October 1, 1941, at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. The division saw its first major combat in World War II during the defense of Hawaii and later fought in the Guadalcanal and Philippine campaigns. In the Korean War, the 25th played a significant role in the Pusan Perimeter, the advance into North Korea, and subsequent operations throughout the conflict. The division also served extensively in the Vietnam War and has since participated in peacekeeping and combat operations in places such as Somalia, Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

The 5th Infantry Division (Mechanized), known as the "Red Diamond" Division, was first activated in 1917 and served with distinction in World War I, participating in major campaigns in France. Reactivated during World War II, the division played a crucial role in the Normandy breakout, the liberation of France, and the crossing of the Rhine into Germany. During the Vietnam War, the 5th Infantry Division (Mech) was deployed to South Vietnam from 1968 to 1971, conducting operations primarily in the Quảng Trị Province. Throughout its history, the division was renowned for its adaptability, fighting both as a conventional infantry and later as a mechanized force, before its inactivation in 1992.

2ND ARMOR DIV

U.S. Army

Unit with 1288 member associations.

4TH ID

U.S. Army

Unit with 270 member associations.

2ID

U.S. Army

Unit with 119 member associations.

1st Cavalry Division

U.S. Army

The 1st Cavalry Division is a combined arms division of the United States Army, based in Fort Hood, Texas. It is one of the most famous and decorated divisions in the Army, with a history dating back to its activation in 1921. The division has seen combat in World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, and most recently in Iraq and Afghanistan. Known for its unparalleled speed and mobility, the 1st Cavalry Division is a highly trained and versatile fighting force.