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2nd Infantry Division/ROK-U.S. Combined Division

Nov. 20, 2018 | 0:29

The 2nd Infantry Division/ROK-U.S. Combined Division hosted a ribbon-cutting, dedication ceremony to officially open the new headquarters Nov. 20.

The ceremony signified the completion of the long-awaited #2IDRUCD transition from its former 53-year home on Camp Red Cloud to its new facility on U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys (Camp Humphreys). The unit also honored the late Warriors, Maj. Gen. Walter M. Robertson and Maj. Gen. Paul L. Freeman Jr., in which the parade field and headquarters were named after respectively.

Maj. Gen. D. Scott McKean, San Jose, California native, commanding general, 2ID/RUCD and Command Sgt. Maj. Phil K. Barretto, Aiea, Hawaii native, 2ID/RUCD sergeant major unveiled the Robertson Field plaque, commemorating the division’s relocation and honoring Maj. Gen Robertson who commanded 2ID throughout World War II.

The new headquarters was named in honor of Gen. Paul L. Freeman Jr., former commander of 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2ID whose regiment had the first major U.S. Army victory over Chinese Communist Forces during the Korean War.

“The opening of Freeman Hall represents another milestone in the development of the ROK-U.S alliance,” said McKean. “It’s truly our honor to occupy this headquarters and continue our mission here in Pyeongtaek.”

McKean, Barretto and distinguished guests cut the ceremonial ribbon, officially opening Freeman Hall.

“As we begin our new chapter here, let there be no doubt, we will continue to be steadfast and ready in our responsibilities to defend the Republic of Korea,” said McKean. “We will continue to be #Second2None!”