I don't know how many of the first 20 armored division were organized in time to participate in World War 2, but I do not find any reference to the US 19th Armored Division. Also, checked a Department of Army manual used to establish credit for campaign ribbons and it does not list the 19th Armored Division. There was a 19th Armored Battalion of the 14th Armored Division, which saw service with the 7th ARMY in these campaigns: (1) Ardennes-Alsace, (2) Central Europe and (3)Rhineland. For details on the organization command above this division, see the following link. http://www.14tharmoreddivision.org/ Commands found at bottom of this page: http://www.14tharmoreddivision.org/ob14adeto.htm
The US 9th Armored Division captured the bridge at Remagen. The US 27th Armored Infantry Battalion was the first group to cross it. It was called "Operation Lumberjack".
Answer The 9th Armored Infantry Battalion was part of the 6th Armored Division. It received credit for the following campaigns:NormandyCentral EuropeArdennes-AlsaceNorthern FranceRhineland If you search for the history of the 6th Armored Division, then you will find details on the 9th Armored Infantry Battalion.
I have a book written by Edward Hassett on the 701st Tank Battalion. No where in this does it mention the 8th armored division. The only mentions are 10th Armored Group which they began with but left them in Belgium and joined the 102nd Infantry. Also mentioned were attachments to the 75th Infantry and 94th Infantry.
For WW2: Armored Infantry Divisions were equiped with half-tracks. Regular Infantry Divisions walked (or trucked). During the Vietnam War those Armored Infantry Divisions gave way to the new MECHANIZED INFANTRY DIVISIONS, equipped with M-113 APC/ACAV (Armored Personnel Carriers/Armored Cavalry Assault Vehicles). Only one US Army Mechanized Infantry Division was in Vietnam (and only it's 1st Brigade); the 5th Mechanized Infantry Division (Red Diamond Patch). Regular Infantry Divisions in Vietnam were called "Straight Legs", "Straight" meaning...straight foot soldiering.
The 25th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron (Mechanized) was assigned to the 4th Armored Division during WW 2. Richard V. Horrell WW 2 Connections.com
During World War II, General George S. Patton commanded the Third United States Army. He played a significant role in various campaigns, including the liberation of France and the Battle of the Bulge. Patton was known for his aggressive tactics and rapid armored advances, which greatly contributed to the Allied success in Europe.
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There were several different types of armored cars in service during the Second World War, and the number of crew members depended on the vehicle and the configuration of it. Perhaps if you gave a specific type of armored car, a more precise answer could be given. Generally, you'd be looking at a crew of three or four people, plus any additional personnel required for command vehicles, special purpose vehicles, troop carriers, etc.
Yes, Andy Rooney served in the Army during World War II. He was a member of the 12th Armored Division and saw combat in Europe. His experiences in the war influenced his later work as a journalist and commentator.
RAF Coastal Command during World War II was created in 1936.
By the numbers, Yank. the 45th was a Division, unless you are talking about, say a fighter squadron in the AF ( tended to go for three digit numbers, as did the Bomber formations. TAC is Tactical Air Command ( formerly called fighter command or interceptor control) SAC- Strategic Air Command, Bombers also now Missiles and other globe-wreckers- but in World War II it was plain Bomber Command- after USAF was re-organized ( separate from the Ground Army_) formal division into SAC, TAC, etc took place. my guess the 45th was a division.
During World War II, the U.S. Infantry command that fought in New Guinea was primarily the 32nd Infantry Division, also known as the "Red Arrow Division." This division played a crucial role in the Papua campaign, engaging in significant battles such as the Battle of Buna-Gona. Additionally, other units, including elements of the 41st Infantry Division, participated in various operations across the island as part of the broader Allied efforts in the Pacific Theater.