Last updated: May 19, 2023
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4th Infantry Division Memorial
NPS / Claire Hassler
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The 4th Division, commonly called the "Ivy Division" after its Roman numeral designation, was organized in December of 1917 to serve in the American Expeditionary Force in World War I. It was involved in the Battle of Mame, during which it fought for 28 consecutive days and sustaining almost 13,000 casualties.
The Division was reactivated to serve in World War II. The 4th Infantry Division participated in the Normandy Invasion and campaigns in the Rhineland, Ardennes, and central Europe enduring 22,000 casualties. The 4th Division was called to war again for the Vietnam War fighting in the Tet Counteroffensive. The Division continues to serve in current conflicts.
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4TH INFANTRY (IVY) DIVISION
STEADFAST AND LOYAL