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https://www.fdmuseum.org/about-the-1st-infantry-division/history-of-the-first-division/

https://history.army.mil/html/forcestruc/cbtchron/cc/001id.htm

https://www.armydivs.com/1st-infantry-division

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The 1st Infantry Division was created in 1917 and first went to battle in WW1. The division has been involved in every American war except the Korean. Well known to adapt and overcome through systematic experience.

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Being the longest continuously serving division in the U.S Army, the 1st Infantry Division has served from North Africa, Germany, France, and even Afghanistan.

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Plays a big role in WW2, participating in some notable mentions such as Operation Torch and Husky, the Battle of The Bulge, and D-Day. The Big Red One being always on their toes on the offense.

Most well known for their participation in D-Day and going against Germany's seemingly impenetrable defenses.

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Nicknamed "The Big Red One" because of the division's iconic patch. Also less well known as "The Fighting First" or "The Bloody First".

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"No Mission Too Difficult."
"No Sacrifice To Great."
"Duty First."

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The iconic insignia provides context for the nickname "The Big Red One". Worn by soldiers apart of the 1st Infantry Division. Colors may vary, but the 1 always remains.

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The 1st Infantry Division was led by General Donald C. Cubbison during WW2. A distinguished WW1 veteran .
He was a distinguished Army officer, first as an officer of Field Artillery and then as a General Officer for 46 years.

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Algeria-French Morocco

Tunisia

Sicily

Normandy

Northern France

Rhineland

Ardennes-Alsace

Central Europe

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French Croix de guerre, World War II, Fourragere

Belgian Forrugere

Total Medal Of Honor: 16

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The 1st Infantry Division is well known for their involvement in WW2, but has since seen action in Iraq and Afghanistan notably. Scheduled to remain until June 2020 and most likely onward.

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Into the Jaws of Death: A Coast Guard-staffed LCVP from the USS Samuel Chase disembarks Company A, 1st Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment assaulting Omaha Beach on the morning of 6 June 1944.

The 1st Infantry Division is heavily depicted in photographs and media much more than other divisions arguably.