My Grandfather served in the 3rd Div in Italy, (Anzio Campaign) in which he was wounded in battle. Carried a hunk of German Shrapnel inside him till the day he passed. Since it was extremally close to his spine. Great information.
I served in 2ID from 1 SEP 89 to 19 DEC 90. I reenlisted while in 2ID in Korea at Camp Garry Owen while a CAV Scout in 5-17CAV. This may sound funny, but I had the most fun in 2ID then I did in any until I was in during my 13 years of service. I enjoyed the field problems whether during the winter or summer. I was also promoted to Seargent E-5 while in Korea and became the Track Commander of the Platoon Seargent's M113A2. I learned a lot about tactical operations while I was there. I went back in 92 but went to Camp Page near Chun Chong assigned to 8th Army, I hated that time in country.
My grandfather served in North Africa, Messina and Anzio with the third infantry in ww2 as a 17 year old man. Strongest man I’ve ever met, this action still really affected him for his life. His medals that I saw where the bronze star, purple heart and the combat.
You have one of 3ID’s Regiments wrong on the video. At 4:53 You said the last crest was 30th inf reg. The one you are showing is the 38th inf reg. 30th inf reg motto is “Our Country Not Ourselves.” The the 30th crest is basically circular and has a battle boar on top of it.
Audie Murphy was a true 100% American Hero!! We Europeans are eternally grateful to him and their division for their efforts to drive the Germans out of occupied territory. To Hell and Back.
Dear Sir, My father was 3rd Army 15th infantry regiment in WW2. He pointed out with 156 points after the invasion of Germany. I have two questions: He was awarded a bronze star for his actions at Normandy, along with 750 other soldiers. The newspaper clipping I found said he was with the 1st army, which has confused me to this date. Were the 3rd and 1st together at Normandy? The second question is that both He and a newspaper clipping said he was awarded the silver star for actions in Germany. He never received the medal upon discharge. Some 20 years later, he requested his metal but was given a bronze star. Could you answer these questions for me, please. Thank you, and thank you for your service.
You forgot that the 65th Infantry Regiment was also with the Division. Although they were first a replacement regiment, the 3rd Bn. went to fight in France when they got to win the 4th arrowhead. Also, you didn't mention the American Defense Medal, issued to ALL personnel wether they were in combat or not.
My Grandfather served in the 3rd Div in Italy, (Anzio Campaign) in which he was wounded in battle. Carried a hunk of German Shrapnel inside him till the day he passed. Since it was extremally close to his spine. Great information.
This was hugely interesting Colonel very well researched many thanks
thank you
The Third Infantry Division has received 61 Congressional Medals, of Honor more than any other Division in the Army.
I served in 2ID from 1 SEP 89 to 19 DEC 90. I reenlisted while in 2ID in Korea at Camp Garry Owen while a CAV Scout in 5-17CAV. This may sound funny, but I had the most fun in 2ID then I did in any until I was in during my 13 years of service. I enjoyed the field problems whether during the winter or summer. I was also promoted to Seargent E-5 while in Korea and became the Track Commander of the Platoon Seargent's M113A2. I learned a lot about tactical operations while I was there. I went back in 92 but went to Camp Page near Chun Chong assigned to 8th Army, I hated that time in country.
Top notch video sir! That’s one tough Division for sure.
My grandfather served in North Africa, Messina and Anzio with the third infantry in ww2 as a 17 year old man. Strongest man I’ve ever met, this action still really affected him for his life. His medals that I saw where the bronze star, purple heart and the combat.
Audie Murphy, now there is a great subject for a video!
Yeah, indeed!
Great video! I can't wait until you get to the 3rd Armored Division.
You have one of 3ID’s Regiments wrong on the video. At 4:53 You said the last crest was 30th inf reg. The one you are showing is the 38th inf reg. 30th inf reg motto is “Our Country Not Ourselves.” The the 30th crest is basically circular and has a battle boar on top of it.
thanks , Will work on cleaning it up
Audie Murphy was a true 100% American Hero!! We Europeans are eternally grateful to him and their division for their efforts to drive the Germans out of occupied territory. To Hell and Back.
Could you make a video about the awards and decorations that someone who just got done with BCT would receive in the year 2023?
unless deployed only the Army Service Ribbon I would think.
Dear Sir,
My father was 3rd Army 15th infantry regiment in WW2. He pointed out with 156 points after the invasion of Germany.
I have two questions:
He was awarded a bronze star for his actions at Normandy, along with 750 other soldiers. The newspaper clipping I found said he was with the 1st army, which has confused me to this date. Were the 3rd and 1st together at Normandy?
The second question is that both He and a newspaper clipping said he was awarded the silver star for actions in Germany.
He never received the medal upon discharge. Some 20 years later, he requested his metal but was given a bronze star.
Could you answer these questions for me, please.
Thank you, and thank you for your service.
You forgot that the 65th Infantry Regiment was also with the Division. Although they were first a replacement regiment, the 3rd Bn. went to fight in France when they got to win the 4th arrowhead. Also, you didn't mention the American Defense Medal, issued to ALL personnel wether they were in combat or not.
I think the American Defense was for service before Pearl Harbor.
I know this division from: "To Hell and Back" (1955) the BEST WW2 movie!
Awesome history!! Even more of an honor to be a modern-day Dog-faced Soldier!!! Rock of the Marne!!!
My son served with the 7th infantry regiment in Iraq.
I served in the 3rd ID from 09-15.
Great and also shitty times
104th in would war 2
Jesus h christ