Welcome to „Men of the 2nd Infantry Division 1940–1945“, an online project and archive dedicated to the men who served in the 2nd Infantry Division during World War II. Our continuously expanding database preserves the names, stories, and wartime experiences of the soldiers who served with the legendary “Indianhead” Division between 1940 and 1945. Explore personal histories, rare photographs, historical documents, videos, and original articles that reveal the lives behind the names. Whether you are searching for a relative, conducting historical research, or simply interested in the history of the 2nd Infantry Division, we invite you to discover and help preserve their extraordinary legacy.
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Jul
15
Forged in Winter, Bound for Europe: From Camp McCoy to Northern Ireland 1942–1943
On October 16, 1942, the 2nd Infantry Division received orders for a permanent change…
Jul
13
Prelude to WWII, Fort Sam Houston and Louisiana Maneuvers 1940–1942
For twenty-three years between the two world wars, the 2nd Infantry Division was…
Jul
12
The Mascots of the 12th Field Artillery Battalion
When we think of World War II, our minds naturally turn to fierce battles, sacrifice,…
Jul
11
A Flag That Flew Over Trévières!
Some artifacts are far more than museum pieces—they carry history, memories, and the…
Jul
10
Have You Ever Heard of the Individual Deceased Personnel File (IDPF)?
Increasingly, our project team “Men of the 2nd Infantry Division” is…
Jul
06
“Our American“ – A Czech Family’s Memories from May 1945
Not everyone in Rokycany had “their American” in May 1945. But one Czech family did –…
NEW SOLDIERS' STORIES
THE MEN OF THE GREATEST GENERATION SHARE THEIR WARTIME EXPERIENCES. HONOR THEIR LEGACY BY EXPLORING OUR LATEST SOLDIERS' STORIES.
Jul
12
The Mascots of the 12th Field Artillery Battalion
When we think of World War II, our minds naturally turn to fierce battles, sacrifice,…
Jul
06
“Our American“ – A Czech Family’s Memories from May 1945
Not everyone in Rokycany had “their American” in May 1945. But one Czech family did –…
Mar
20
“You don’t need this!” – The Helmet That Come Home After 81 Years
A German soldier knocked the helmet from PFC John N. Thornburg’s head — and…
Mar
18
You can throw it away… but it won’t stay gone
T/Sgt. Neal C. Crane of Company M, 23rd Infantry Regiment, from Vandervoort, Arkansas,…
Feb
14
The Infamous „Flak Alley“ Leuna and Merseburg – April 1945
In mid-April 1945, the 2nd Infantry Division advanced toward the industrial complex of…
Dec
14
MISSING IN ACTION – Pfc. John A. Straw
December 14, 1944, the second day of the attack of the 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd…
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Men of the 2nd Infantry Division 1940–1945 is an independent, nonprofit project dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of the soldiers who served in one of America’s most distinguished infantry divisions during World War II. Every name in our database represents a life, a family, and a story that deserves to be remembered. Our mission is to preserve those stories and make them freely accessible to veterans’ families, researchers, historians, and future generations.
Your donation helps us maintain and improve the website and database, fund ongoing research, and access essential historical resources such as Ancestry, Fold3, and other archival collections. These subscriptions allow us to uncover new information and document the lives of individual soldiers with greater accuracy.
Every contribution, no matter the amount, directly supports the continuation of this project. We are committed to using every donation solely to preserve the history of the men of the 2nd Infantry Divsion. We believe in transparency. If you would like to learn how your contribution has been used, we will be happy to share the details with you.
Thank you for helping us ensure that their stories are never forgotten.
