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U.S. 1st Cavalry Division


 

The 1st Cavalry Division (1st Cav Div) is a heavy armored division of the United States Army with base of operations in Fort Hood, Texas. It is the largest division of the U.S. Army with 16,700 soldiers. Currently the 1st Cavalry Division is attached to the U.S. Army III Corps and is commanded by Major General Peter W. Chiarelli.

History

The history of the 1st Cavalry Division begins in 1855, when the unit then designated as the 2nd Cavalry Regiment was formed. In 1861 it was redesignated the 5th Cavalry. This unit participated in several battles in the American Civil War, including Bull Run, Antietam, Gettysburg, Wilderness, and Appomattox.

Related Topics:
American Civil War - Bull Run - Antietam - Gettysburg - Wilderness - Appomattox

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◄ U.S. 1st Cavalry Division: Heraldry
 

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►Introduction
►Heraldry
►History

 

 

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