27th Infantry Division (United States)
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The 27th Infantry Division was a unit of the Army National Guard in World War I and World War II.[3] The division traces its history from the New York Division, formed originally in 1908. The 6th Division designation was changed to the 27th Division in July 1917.[4]
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Quick Facts 27th Infantry Division (1917–55), Active ...
27th Infantry Division (1917–55) 27th Armored Division (1955–68) | |
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Active | 1898 1908–1919 1921–1945 1947–1968 |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Army |
Type | Infantry |
Size | Division |
Nickname(s) | "O'Ryan's Roughnecks" "New York Division" |
Engagements | World War I Iraq War (as 27th Infantry Brigade Combat Team) |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Major General John F. O'Ryan |
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