71st Infantry Division (U.S. Army) Color Changing Coffee Mug

The 71st Infantry Division, part of the United States Army, is a formation that has seen active service since World War II. Initially formed in 1942 as part of the Ground Forces of the U.S. Army, it was later reorganized and activated in 1957 at Camp Breckinridge, Kentucky. The division took part in various conflicts, including the Korean War (1950-1953) and the Vietnam War (1962-1972).Structurally, the 71st Infantry Division consists of three brigades: the 141st, 142nd, and 143rd. Each brigade is further divided into battalions comprising different types of infantry units, artillery, engineering, support, and logistics components.The division's notable honors include two Distinguished Unit Citations for their actions in the Korean War. After the Vietnam War, it was reorganized again in 1972 and later reactivated at Camp Zama, Japan, as part of the U.S. Army Japan command. Today, the 71st Infantry Division continues to uphold its mission of maintaining readiness and providing support for joint and multinational operations under the Pacific Command.