29th Division Association
The 29th Division Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of the U.S. Army's 29th Infantry Division. Established in 1966[^4^], it serves veterans, active-duty personnel, families, and individuals committed to honoring the division’s contributions to American military history, particularly its roles in World War I and World War II.

History and mission

The association focuses on commemorating the 29th Infantry Division's service across conflicts, including its participation in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive (1918) and the D-Day landings at Omaha Beach (1944)[^2^]. Its mission includes maintaining historical records, organizing reunions, and funding memorials, such as a campaign to erect a World War I monument in France for the division[^1^].

Activities and programs

• Membership: Open to current and former soldiers, families, and history enthusiasts at no cost[^1^].
• Reunions: Annual events, such as the 2025 convention in Williamsburg, Virginia, which includes historical tours and veteran gatherings[^1^].
• Historical preservation: Publishes updates through newsletters like Chin Strap and supports research into unit histories, including the 29th Division’s deployments in both World Wars and modern conflicts like the fight against the Islamic State[^1^][^2^].
• Monument projects: Actively fundraises for memorials honoring fallen soldiers, emphasizing the division’s overlooked WWI contributions[^1^].

Organizational structure

The association operates through regional posts and national leadership, with governance by elected officers. It emphasizes accessibility, offering resources for descendants and researchers to connect with the division’s legacy[^1^][^2^].

Note: The 29th Infantry Division, nicknamed the "Blue and Gray Division," traces its lineage to Civil War-era militia units and remains active in the Army National Guard[^2^][^5^].