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The 12 Infantry Regiment 12A2(C/a) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a screw back, two piece back: 2 lock teeth fastening plate, hand soldered design. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “N.S. MEYER" ~8mm over "NEW YORK” ~8mm over the screw post and the Meyer shield below the post (incised) . 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 12th Infantry Regiment was first constituted on 3 May 1861 in the Regular Army as the 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry and organized on 20 October 1861 at Fort Hamilton, New York. The regiment participated in numerous campaigns during the Civil War, including Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the Wilderness. After the Civil War, the regiment served in the Indian Wars, the Spanish-American War, and the Philippine Insurrection. During World War I, the 12th Infantry was assigned to the 8th Division and served in France. In World War II, the regiment was assigned to the 4th Infantry Division and participated in the Normandy landings, the liberation of Paris, and the Battle of the Bulge. The 12th Infantry Regiment continued to serve in the Korean War, Vietnam War, and later conflicts, maintaining a distinguished record of service. Sources: Wikipedia. (n.d.). 12th Infantry Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/12th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 12th Infantry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/12in.htm