10th Armored Division (U.S. Army) Accent Coffee Mug

The 10th Armored Division is a historical armored unit of the United States Army, with its origins tracing back to World War II. Activated on July 15, 1942, at Camp Livingston, Louisiana, the division was primarily composed of National Guard troops from several states, including Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. During World War II, the 10th Armored Division served in the European Theater under the command of General George S. Patton's Third Army. It participated in significant campaigns, such as the Battle of Normandy, the Battle of the Bulge, and the Rhineland Campaign. After the war, it was deactivated on November 15, 1945. In 1968, the lineage of the 10th Armored Division was reactivated to form the 10th Armored Cavalry Regiment as part of the United States' involvement in the Vietnam War. This unit served until December 15, 1971, when it too was deactivated. Today, the legacy of the 10th Armored Division lives on through its history and the valor of its soldiers, who demonstrated exceptional courage and resilience in the face of adversity during their service. The division represents an important chapter in the annals of the United States Army.