ABOUT 1st Armored Division
- The 1st Armored Division was activated on July 15, 1940 at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
- During World War II, the division participated in the North African Campaign, the Italian Campaign, and the liberation of France.
- The 1st Armored Division was the first American unit to engage in tank combat in North Africa against the German Afrika Korps.
- The division's nickname is "Old Ironsides" and its insignia features a red, white, and blue diagonal stripe.
- In 1991, the 1st Armored Division played a key role in Operation Desert Storm, helping to liberate Kuwait from Iraqi forces.
- The division was stationed in Germany for over 40 years during the Cold War, serving as a deterrent to Soviet aggression.
- The 1st Armored Division has been deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
- The division's motto is "Iron Soldiers" and its soldiers are known for their professionalism and combat effectiveness.
- The 1st Armored Division is headquartered at Fort Bliss, Texas and is one of the most storied and historic units in the U.S. Army.
- The division has received numerous awards and citations for its service, including several Presidential Unit Citations and Meritorious Unit Commendations.