World War 1
The Big Red One in World War I
In this four-part series, we’ll follow the story of the Big Red One across more than 100 years of history, exploring how the division fought, adapted, and evolved through changing forms of warfare. This series is divided into four posts: This first post begins where the story started: the trenches …
Old Hickory in Battle: The Full History of the 30th Infantry Division in WWI and WWII
Introduction The 30th Infantry Division, famously known as the “Old Hickory Division,” holds a distinguished place in American military history. Activated during both World War I and World War II, this National Guard formation earned a reputation for tenacity, tactical skill, and resilience in some of the most brutal battles …
The Meuse-Argonne Offensive: America’s Bloody Road to Victory in WWI
Discover the story of the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, the largest and deadliest U.S. Army battle of WWI, and how it helped bring an end to the Great War.