The Eighty-Seventh Infantry Division was a unit of the United States Army during World War II. Activated in 1942, it was primarily composed of soldiers from various states and trained for combat in Europe. The division participated in several key operations, including the liberation of France and the Battle of the Bulge. After the war, the division was inactivated in 1945. Its soldiers earned numerous awards for bravery and service, contributing to the overall success of the Allied forces. The division's legacy continues to be honored by veterans and military historians alike.