56th Infantry Division

The 56th Infantry Division was a unit of the United States Army, formed during World War I and reactivated in World War II. It was known as the “Tiger Division” and primarily comprised National Guard soldiers from states like Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland. The division trained for combat and played a significant role in campaigns across Europe, including the Battle of the Bulge and the invasion of Germany. After the war, it was deactivated and later reorganized. Its history highlights the collective effort of National Guard troops contributing to major military operations during wartime.