WISCONSIN: Wisconsin in the World War - an Account of the Activities of Wisconsin Citizens During the Great World Warby R B Pixley. 1919. Wisconsin has a rich history of military service, particularly during World War I, when the state mobilized its National Guard and civic organizations to support the war effort. By September 1, 1917, Wisconsin troops were reorganized into the Thirty second Division at Camp MacArthur, showcasing the state's commitment to national defense. Legislation was enacted to protect soldiers from civil processes and provide support for their