Paul Bauer

82nd Airborne

U.S. Army

The 82nd Airborne Division is a specialized infantry division of the United States Army. It is known for its rapid deployment capability and ability to conduct airborne operations. The division has a long and storied history, playing a crucial role in World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, Operation Urgent Fury in Grenada, Operation Just Cause in Panama, the Gulf War, and more recently in Iraq and Afghanistan. The 82nd Airborne Division is based at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and remains one of the most highly trained and ready divisions in the U.S. Army.

The Army Infantry School at Fort Benning, established in 1918 in Georgia, has long served as the premier institution for training the U.S. Army's infantry forces. Throughout its history, the school has developed and refined the tactics, techniques, and leadership skills required of infantry soldiers and officers. It played a pivotal role in preparing troops for every major conflict from World War I through the present day, including innovations in airborne, mechanized, and light infantry operations. Today, the Infantry School remains central to the Maneuver Center of Excellence, shaping the future of Army infantry warfare.