5th Armored Division (United States)
The 5th Armored Division ("Victory") was an armored formation of the United States Army active from 1941 to 1945 and from 1950 to 1956.
| 5th Armored Division | |
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5th Armored Division shoulder sleeve insignia | |
| Active | 1941 – 1945 1950 – 1956 |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Type | Armor |
| Role | Armored warfare |
| Size | 18,000 men Division |
| Nickname(s) | Victory |
| Engagements | World War II
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| Notable commanders | Lunsford E. Oliver |
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