What Are Army Divisions?
Divisions are some of the largest organizations of military units in the United States Army, and each one is typically comprised of 6,000 and 25,000 soldiers. They are capable of carrying out independent operations and some of them have unique skill sets helping them adapt to numerous battlefield conditions.
The concept of dividing armies into smaller units was pioneered by the French military in the late 18th century and became one of the most effective aspects of Napoleon's armies in the early 19th century. Seeing the maneuverability and initiative of Napoleon's divisions led to their adoption by almost every European military and, subsequently, the United States.
Types of Divisions in the U.S. Army
There are a number of different types of army divisions. Today the military has infantry divisions, armored divisions, mountain divisions, and airborne divisions. These all serve particular purposes but can also participate as normal line-of-battle forces. For example, the 101st Airborne and 82nd Airborne divisions specialize in attacking from above. They are capable of large deployments of light troops and vehicles by air and can arrive to reinforce regular troops as a quick response force or infiltrate behind enemy lines. The 10th Mountain Division was originally trained for high-altitude mountain warfare but has since been deployed as light infantry seeing action in both Gulf Wars and Afghanistan.
The army also boasts famous divisions like the 1st Infantry Division, known as “The Big Red One.” The 1st Infantry Division has seen continuous service since its formation in 1917. In World War I, they participated in the first offensive by an American army, defeating 8 German divisions in the Meuse-Argonne offensive. In World War II they were involved in nearly every major assault such as Operation Torch in Africa, The Battle of Troina in Sicily, and the invasion of Normandy at Omaha Beach. The Big Red One sustained over 20,000 casualties in World War II and was highly decorated as a result. They also fought in Vietnam during the Tet Offensive and have had units involved in almost every major conflict since. The 1st Infantry Division. and many others like it, make up the backbone of the military forces that protect our nation.
Army Division Patches
Popular Patch carries a number of divisional patches to represent these heroes who have endured great danger and difficulty in the quest to maintain the safety of the United States and bring peace and prosperity to nations abroad. Popular Patch supplies patches for those who have served or wish to honor their family and friends who have laid their lives on the line for the dream of freedom. Check out all of our Army division, like the 1st Infantry Division Patch, 101st Airborne Division Patch, and much more, below.
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101st Airborne Division Patch$10.95United States Army 101st Airborne Patch. This smaller patch insignia represents the "Screaming Eagles" and has the tab attached at the top. The 101st Airborne is a US Army light infantry division that is trained for air assault operations. - Black...$10.95
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82nd Airborne Division Patch$9.95US Army 82nd Airborne Division Patch - During WWI the 82nd unit was formed from people from each of the 48 states so it was given the nickname "All-Americans," hence its famed "AA" shoulder patch. - Red square with blue circle and two white 'A's and blue...$9.95
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82nd Airborne Division Urgent Fury Grenada Patch$14.95The 82nd Airborne secured Point Salinas Airport in Operation Urgent Fury and this patch commemorates that operation.$14.95
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2nd Infantry Division Patch$10.952nd Army Infantry Division Military Patch with Insignia Indian Head - This formation has around 17,000 soldiers and is currently defending South Korea from North Korea invasion (2013). Black background with white star centered with a red and blue indian...$10.95
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25th Infantry Division Patch$8.95United States ARMY 25th Infantry Division Military Patch TROPIC LIGHTENING$8.95
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82nd Airborne Division Paraglider Unit Patch Officer$7.95United States ARMY 82nd Airborne Division Paraglider Designated Unit Insignia Military Patch OFFICER$7.95
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82nd Airborne Division Historical Society$11.95The 82nd Airborne Division Historical Society Inc. patch - "HONORING THE PAST" - "PRESERVING THE FUTURE"$11.95
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4th Infantry Division Patch$8.95United States ARMY 4th Infantry Division Military Patch IRON HORSE STEADFAST AND LOYAL$8.95
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1st Infantry Division Patch$11.95United States ARMY 1st Infantry Division Military Patch THE BIG RED ONE$11.95
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11th Airborne Infantry Division Patch$9.95United States ARMY 11th Airborne Infantry Division Military Patch AIRBORNE ANGELS$9.95
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101st Airborne Division Patch Screaming Eagles Association$11.95United States ARMY 101st Airborne Division Military Patch SCREAMING EAGLES ASSOCIATION$11.95
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24th Infantry Division Patch$8.95United States ARMY 24th Infantry Division Military Patch VICTORY DIVISION$8.95
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101st Airborne Division Patch Operation Desert Storm$10.95101st Airborne Division Military Patch Operation Desert Storm$10.95
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101st Airborne Division Screaming Eagles Patch$12.95United States ARMY 101st Airborne Division patch - "SCREAMING EAGLES" - "This larger version is a great shoulder patch or on a pack. We also carry a full back patch."$12.95
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101st Airborne Division Screaming Eagles Large Back Patch$26.95Army 101st Airborne Division large back patch - "SCREAMING EAGLES"$26.95
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101st Airborne Division Patch Screaming Eagles Crest$10.95United States ARMY 101st Airborne Division Military Patch Screaming Eagles Crest$10.95
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82nd Airborne Infantry Division OD Patch$10.95United States Army 82nd Airborne Infantry Division Military Patch ALL THE WAY$10.95
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17th Airborne Division Patch$10.95US ARMY 17th AIRBORNE DIVISION PATCH 'Thunder from Heaven' EAGLE CLAW - The 17th Airborne Division was instated near Camp Mackall April 15, 1943 - Black background with green edging and a yellow eagle claw in the center.$10.95
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23rd Infantry Division Shoulder Sleeve Patch$8.95United States Army 23rd Infantry Division Military Patch$8.95
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92nd Infantry Division Patch$9.95United States ARMY 92nd Infantry Division Military Patch BUFFALO SOLDIERS$9.95
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101st Airborne Division Patch Screaming Eagles Vietnam$11.95United States ARMY 101st Airborne Division Military Patch SCEARMING EAGLES VIETNAM$11.95
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9th Infantry Division Patch River Raiders$9.959th Infantry Division River Raiders Patch - common 9th division patch with a tab at the top featuring the words "River Raiders"$9.95
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101st Airborne Division Patch Screaming Eagles - Version D$10.95United States ARMY 101st Airborne Division Military Patch Screaming Eagles D Version$10.95
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25th Infantry Division Patch OD$9.95United States ARMY 25th Infantry Division Military Patch TROPIC LIGHTENING OD$9.95
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104th Infantry Division Patch$9.95United States ARMY 104th Infantry Division Military Patch TIMBERWOLF DIVISION$9.95
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1st Cavalry Division Vietnam Patch (Set)$11.951st Cavalry Division Vietnam Patch Insignia (Set) - You receive 2 of these patches for a great price. Yellow background with black stripe and the word Vietnam in yellow featuring a black horse head in the top right.$11.95
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Republic Of Korea Army Tiger Division Patch Vietnam War$9.95Republic of Korea Army Tiger Division Military Patch$9.95
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101st Airborne Division 2003 Patch$14.95United States ARMY 11th Airborne Division Reconnanissance Military Patch$14.95
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2nd Infantry Division Large Back Patch$25.95The 2nd Infantry Division saw action in WWI, WWII, The Korean War, Iraqi Campaign, and War in Afghanistan and winner of Awards and honors throughout it's distinguished career.$25.95
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21st Airborne Division Patch$9.95United States ARMY 21st Airborne Division Military Patch GHOST DIVISION Note: This was a division as part of FORTITUDE SOUTH. An operation created as a military deception in WWII.$9.95
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101st Airborne Division - Screaming Eagles Round Patch$11.95101st Airborne Division - Screaming Eagles Patch$11.95
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13th Airborne Infantry Division Patch Airborne$9.95United States ARMY 13th Airborne Infantry Division Military Patch - The words AIRBORNE is on a tab at the top of the patch.$9.95
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2nd Armored Division Military Occupational Specialty MOS Patch$12.95United States Armed Forces 2nd Armored Division Military Occupational Specialty MOS Military Patch HELL ON WHEELS$12.95
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28th Infantry Division Keystone Patch$11.95Introducing the 28th Infantry Division Keystone Patch, a symbol of honor and strength. This intricately embroidered patch represents the proud legacy and accomplishments of the 28th Infantry Division, known as the "Keystone Division." Key Features: ...$11.95
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US 10th Mountain Division Rocker OD Patch$7.95U.S. 10th Mountain Division Special Forces rocker OD patch - "MOUNTAIN"$7.95
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93rd Infantry Division Patch$9.95United States Army 93rd Infantry Division Military Patch The Blue Helmets$9.95