United States. Army. Cavalry Division, 1st
Biography
The 1st Cavalry Division was deployed to the Southwest Pacific in 1943 and participated in key campaigns under General Douglas MacArthur, including the liberation of the Philippines. It saw intence combat on islands such as Leyte and Luzon, where soldiers fought through difficult jungle terrain and strong Japanese resistance. Notably, the divisionw as among the first American forces to enter Manila in early 1945, helping to free civilian internees at Santo Tomas University.
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Dimmitt K. White Papers
The Dimmitt K. White Papers detail Dimmitt K. White's service during World War II, including photographs of military and naval life, personal and military records, and printed materials related to the 1st Cavalry Division, as well as items reflecting his prewar and postwar experiences.