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The 101 Infantry Regiment 101A6(C/a, b) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a screw back, hand soldered design. Collectors often search for this type of item as a Distinctive Unit Insignia, also known as DUI, DI, Crest. This WWII period piece is highly sought after by military memorabilia enthusiasts and historians.
The 101st Infantry Regiment was originally constituted in the Massachusetts Volunteer Militia in 1636, making it one of the oldest regiments in the United States Army. It was later designated as the 101st Infantry Regiment in 1917 and assigned to the 26th Division, also known as the "Yankee Division," during World War I. The regiment participated in several major campaigns in France, including Champagne-Marne, Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne, Ile de France 1918, and Lorraine 1918. During World War II, the 101st Infantry Regiment was again activated and served in the European Theater, participating in campaigns such as Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. After World War II, the regiment underwent several reorganizations and continues to serve as part of the Massachusetts Army National Guard. Sources: Wikipedia. (2023). 101st Infantry Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/101st_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 101st Infantry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/101in.htm