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ABOUT 34th Infantry
- The 34th Infantry Division was formed in 1917 during World War I.
- During World War II, the 34th Infantry Division participated in the invasion of North Africa, Sicily, and Italy.
- The division earned the nickname "Red Bull" due to its insignia being a red bullseye on a blue background.
- In 2001, the 34th Infantry Division was the first division-level unit mobilized and deployed for Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.
- The division's motto is "Attack! Attack! Attack!"
- The 34th Infantry Division was activated for duty in Iraq in 2009, where it conducted combat operations and trained Iraqi security forces.
- During its deployment to Iraq, the division established strong relationships with local communities through humanitarian and reconstruction projects.
- The 34th Infantry Division is headquartered in Rosemount, Minnesota.
- The division's soldiers have received numerous awards for their service, including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
- The 34th Infantry Division has a long and storied history of serving with distinction in conflicts around the world.
