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ABOUT 2nd Armored Division
- The 2nd Armored Division was formed on July 15, 1940, and was part of the U.S. Army during World War II.
- During the war, the division was known as the "Hell on Wheels" division due to their speed and mobility during combat.
- The 2nd Armored Division played a key role in the D-Day invasion of Normandy in June 1944.
- One of the division's most famous commanders was General George S. Patton, who led them to many victories during World War II.
- After the war, the 2nd Armored Division was stationed in West Germany as part of the U.S. Army's presence in Europe during the Cold War.
- In 1995, the 2nd Armored Division was deactivated as part of a restructuring of the U.S. Army.
- The division's motto was "Hell on Wheels" and their insignia featured a red-and-white diagonal stripe on a black background.
- The 2nd Armored Division was one of the first divisions to be equipped with M4 Sherman tanks during World War II.
- The division saw action in North Africa, Sicily, France, Belgium, and Germany during World War II.
- Several films and books have been written about the 2nd Armored Division's exploits during World War II, highlighting their bravery and combat effectiveness.
