U.S. 28th Infantry Division

The 28th Infantry Division was a unit of the United States Army formed in 1917 in World War I. It continues its service today as the 28th Infantry Division (Mechanized), part of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.

Related Topics:
United States Army - 1917 - World War I

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It is nicknamed the "Keystone Division", as it was formed from units of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard; Pennsylvania is known as the "Keystone State". It was also nicknamed the "Bloody Bucket" division by German forces in WWII, after its red insignia.

Related Topics:
Pennsylvania - Army National Guard

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