The 2nd Armored Division ("Hell on Wheels" [1]) was an armored division of the United States Army. The division played important roles during World War II in the invasions of Germany, …

List of units that at different times during World War 2 were assigned to the 2nd Armored Division. Go to: 2nd Armored combat History WW 2 – the works, all here, Dates & Campaigns, …

The 2nd Armored "Hell on Wheels" Division was an armored division of the United States Army. The division played an important role during World War II in the invasions of North Africa and …

These vintage maps chart the journey of the 2nd Armored Division throughout Europe during World War II. The top map covers the years 1942 to 1944. The bottom map includes 1945. …

Jan 1, 1996 · Explore the rich history of the Second Armored Division, known as 'Hell on Wheels', from its formation in 1940 through its significant roles in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and the Gulf War.

The division transferred to England late in 1943, to refit and train for continental campaign. In early stages of June, 1944, Normandy invasion the division landed and fought across France, …

These three maps show the route of the Second Armored Division from the date it was activated at Fort Benning, Georgia to the end of World War II. The largest map shows the division's …

The 2nd Armored Division was one of the first two American armored divisions formed. Activated at Fort Benning, Goergia, on July 15th, 1940, the division was based out of the existing …

The 2nd Armored mission was to protect the area west of the Vaart Canal and CC “B” had begun to advance in zone east of the Meuse River. Between the Vaart Canal and the Meuse River, …

From Benning to Berlin, Korea, Vietnam and from Texas to Iraq the U.S. Army 2nd Armored “Hell On Wheels” Division helped to protect and defend our great country in times of war and peace.