The 5th Armored Division was a unit of the United States Army that played a significant role during World War II. Activated in 1941, it was known for its fast-moving armored warfare tactics and participated in key campaigns in Europe, including the Normandy Invasion and the Battle of the Bulge. After the war, the division was inactivated in 1945 but was reactivated during the Cold War. It was stationed in various locations, including Germany, and focused on training and readiness for potential conflicts. The division was ultimately inactivated again in 1991.