In October 2021, Walter Stitt, who served as a tank loader with the Spearhead, 3rd Armored Division, sat down to talk about his experiences in World War II. As we near the anniversary of D-Day on June 6, we wanted to share a few clips from the interview. We will be streaming the full interview at 7pm on Wednesday, June 8. Content warning: Walter shares real and raw stories of his war experience, sometimes discussing death and intense situations. | Clark County Historical Society at the Heritage

#OTDIH: This unit was founded 79 years ago. It was the first armored division to see action during WWII when it participated in Operation Torch in North Africa. Which Division is it? Video by Elliot Valdez #ArmyHistory 1st Armored Division | U.S. Army

#DYK that 1st Armored Division, also known as Old Ironsides, is the oldest most recognizable armor division in the United States Army? During #WWII, cavalry and reconnaissance units were brought together to form America's Tank Division, July 15, 1940, at U.S. Army Fort Knox, Kentucky. Join us in wishing them a happy 80th Anniversary! Video by Staff Sgt. Moses Ward | U.S. Army