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The 101 Signal Battalion 101B(C/a, b) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. 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.
101st Signal Battalion 1940–1947 (World War II) The 101st Signal Battalion was constituted on 18 October 1921 in the National Guard as the 101st Signal Battalion and allotted to the state of New York. It was organized and federally recognized on 1 December 1921 with headquarters at New York City. The battalion was inducted into federal service on 10 February 1941 at New York City. During World War II, the 101st Signal Battalion served in the European Theater, participating in campaigns including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. The unit was inactivated on 13 December 1945 at Camp Kilmer, New Jersey. 1948–1957 (Early Cold War / Korea) The battalion was reorganized and federally recognized on 22 October 1947 with headquarters at New York City. During the early Cold War period, the 101st Signal Battalion continued its service as part of the New York Army National Guard, focusing on training and readiness missions in support of national defense. 1958–1980 (Cold War / Vietnam Era) Throughout the Cold War and Vietnam era, the 101st Signal Battalion remained an integral part of the New York Army National Guard, providing communications support and participating in various training exercises and state missions. The unit maintained its readiness posture during this period, adapting to evolving Army communications technology and doctrine. 1980–Present (Post-Vietnam / GWOT) In the post-Vietnam era, the 101st Signal Battalion continued its service in the New York Army National Guard. The battalion has supported both state and federal missions, including disaster response and homeland security operations. Elements of the battalion have been mobilized in support of the Global War on Terror, providing critical communications support during overseas deployments and domestic operations. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 101st Signal Battalion. n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/101st_Signal_Battalion GlobalSecurity.org. 101st Signal Battalion. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/101sig.htm