Oklahoma’s celebrated Thunderbird Division saw extensive action both in WWII and Korea. The 45th’s Signal Unit was based in Alva. Mural painted by Robbie Pierce and Don Prechtel, 2012 — — Map (db m265599) HM
Alva, Oklahoma Home of the 45th Signal Company CampaignsWorld War II — 511 Combat Days Sicily (with Arrowhead) Naples — Foggia (with Arrowhead) Anzio Rome — Arno Southern France (with Arrowhead) Rhineland Ardennes — Alsace Central . . . — — Map (db m265690) HM