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The 1 Coast Artillery Regiment 1A2(A/a, b) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “N.S. MEYER INC" ~9.5mm over "NEW YORK” ~6.3mm + shield below (incised). Collectors often search for this type of item as a military collectible, also known as DUI, DI, Crest. This WWII period piece is highly sought after by military memorabilia enthusiasts and historians.
1st Coast Artillery Regiment 1914–1921 (World War I) The 1st Coast Artillery Regiment was constituted in the Regular Army on 27 February 1901 and organized at Fort Totten, New York. During World War I, the regiment was responsible for manning coastal defenses in the New York area, providing protection against potential naval threats. The unit did not deploy overseas but played a critical role in homeland defense throughout the conflict. 1922–1939 (Interwar Period) Following World War I, the 1st Coast Artillery Regiment continued its mission of coastal defense, primarily stationed at Fort Totten and other harbor defense installations in the New York region. The regiment underwent several reorganizations during this period, adapting to evolving military technology and doctrine related to seacoast artillery. 1940–1947 (World War II) During World War II, the 1st Coast Artillery Regiment was responsible for the defense of key harbor installations along the U.S. East Coast, particularly in the New York area. The regiment operated heavy coastal artillery and anti-aircraft batteries, ensuring the security of vital ports against enemy naval and air attacks. As the threat of seaborne invasion diminished and military priorities shifted, the regiment was inactivated on 1 April 1944, with its personnel and equipment redistributed to other units. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 1st Coast Artillery Regiment. n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1st_Coast_Artillery_Regiment GlobalSecurity.org. 1st Coast Artillery Regiment. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/1-coast-artillery.htm