emaining permanently forward-stationed division in The U.S. Army. The 2nd ID mission is to deter aggression and maintain peace on the Korean Peninsula; and if deterrence fails, "Fight Tonight" in support of the US-Republic of Korea Alliance.

Known as the Warrior Division, the 2nd ID has a proud and honorable history which reflects the heart of the American Soldier. Having fought in four wars, the 2nd ID is one of the most decorated divisions in the U.S. Army. It boasts 38 Medal of Honor recipients, and more than 20 campaign participation credits.

Today, Warriors wearing the 2nd ID patch are spread out across world. Reflecting the Warrior Ethos of the today's highly modular fighting force the division is a melting pot of experience and expertise as they face the dangerous threat posed by the communist North Korea and terrorism.

d Division is drawn in bold colors characteristic of the division. The insignia is designed from the triangular coat-of-arms of the American World War II Tank Corps. The yellow, blue, and red colors of the insignia represent the combined arms nature of the armored division (Armor, Infantry, and Artillery). Superimposed on the triangle is the insignia of the former Seventh Cavalry Brigade (Mechanized), the predecessors of the Old Ironsides. The tank track represents mobility and armor protection, the gun denotes firepower, and the chain of lightening symbolizes speed and shock action. Mobility, firepower, and shock action are the basic attributes of Armor. The Arabic numeral in the apex of the triangle indicates the First Armor Division. The nickname of the division, officially sanctioned by The U.S. Army is emblazoned under the triangle and is an integral part of the insignia.

attendance are a five-person Cadet Color Guard and a soloist from the West Point Band, who will sing God Bless America during the seventh-inning stretch. (U.S. Army photo by Frank DeMaro/USMA PAO)