History of The "Red Arrow" Insignia

"The "Red Arrow" is the insignia of the 32nd Infantry Division.

The 32nd Division was created in 1917, made up of National Guardsmen from Wisconsin and Michigan, to take part in the "Great War" or "The World War," now referred to as World War I. The insignia consists of a red arrow piercing a horizontal line. This is to symbolize the fact that the 32nd Division penetrated every German line of defense that it faced during World War I. This insignia has been used by the 32nd Division ever since.

The 32nd Division also wore the "Red Arrow" insignia when it was activated, on 15 October 1940, for Federal Service in World War II, where it again distinguished itself as one of Americas best. And again it was made up of National Guardsman from Wisconsin and Michigan.

The 32nd Division also wore the "Red Arrow" insignia when it was activated on 15 October 1961, for Federal Service during the Berlin crisis, where it was also determined to be among Americas best. This time, however, it was comprised entirely of Wisconsin National Guard soldiers.

In December 1967 the 32nd Division was disbanded and the 32nd Infantry Brigade (Separate) was created to take its place. The 32nd Brigade is made up entirely of Wisconsin National Guard soldiers. The 32nd Brigade continues the military lineage of the 32nd Division and continues to add to its proud distinguished  heritage. Soldiers of the 32nd Infantry Brigade proudly wear the "Red Arrow" on their shoulder today.

Red: 1917 the 32nd Division was created with units as shown,

White: 1967 the 32nd Separate Infantry Brigade (S.I.B.) as shown,

Blue: And today the 32nd is once again an (S.I.B.) unit and is located as shown."

In dedication to all my fellow soldiers who served the 32nd.

In Loving Memory of my Dad

Stanley S. Koga Sr.

7-22-31

5-11-07

With love

Christopher D. Koga

SFC. (Ret.) INF/MP