The Fourth Armored Division was a unit of the United States Army during World War II. Activated in 1941, it played a significant role in the European Theater, particularly during the liberation of France and the Battle of the Bulge. The division was known for its fast-moving armored units and effective combined arms tactics. The division was equipped with various tanks, including the M4 Sherman, and supported by infantry and artillery. It participated in key operations, such as the Normandy invasion and the crossing of the Rhine River. After the war, the Fourth Armored Division was deactivated in 1945.