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Big Red One

(US, informal) The United States 1st Infantry Division.

ˈbɪɡ ˈɹɛd ˈwʌnCurrent176 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(US, informal) The United States 1st Infantry Division.

Origin: The shoulder insignia of this unit is emblazoned with a red numeral one. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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  • “Moderating a Big Red One Q&A with Robert Carradine, one year ago. Still can't believe he's gone.”

    — Bluesky· May 2026
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