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The 128 Infantry Regiment 128A1(A/a) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by Whitehead and Hoag and bears authentic hallmarks: "W&H CO" in arched line (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.
128th Infantry Regiment 1914–1921 (World War I) The 128th Infantry Regiment was organized in 1917 from Wisconsin National Guard units and assigned to the 32nd Division. The regiment deployed to France as part of the American Expeditionary Forces, participating in major campaigns including Aisne-Marne, Oise-Aisne, Meuse-Argonne, and Champagne. The 128th Infantry distinguished itself in combat, earning a reputation for tenacity and effectiveness. Following the Armistice, the regiment returned to the United States and was demobilized in 1919. 1922–1939 (Interwar Period) Reconstituted in the Wisconsin National Guard, the 128th Infantry Regiment was federally recognized in 1921 and continued its service as part of the 32nd Division. During the interwar years, the regiment focused on training, readiness, and state duties, maintaining its organizational structure and traditions. 1940–1947 (World War II) The 128th Infantry Regiment was inducted into federal service in October 1940 as part of the 32nd Infantry Division. After initial training in the United States and Australia, the regiment deployed to the Pacific Theater. It saw extensive combat in New Guinea, including the grueling Buna-Gona campaign, and later participated in the liberation of the Philippines. The regiment earned multiple campaign streamers for its actions in Papua, Leyte, and Luzon. Following the end of hostilities, the 128th Infantry was inactivated in Japan in February 1946. 1948–1957 (Early Cold War / Korea) The regiment was reorganized and federally recognized in the Wisconsin Army National Guard after World War II. During the Korean War era, the 128th Infantry remained stateside, focusing on training and readiness, and did not deploy overseas as a regimental unit. 1958–1980 (Cold War / Vietnam Era) In 1959, the 128th Infantry Regiment was reorganized under the Combat Arms Regimental System. Its lineage and honors were perpetuated by battalions within the Wisconsin Army National Guard, supporting both state and federal missions throughout the Cold War and Vietnam era. 1980–Present (Post-Vietnam / GWOT) The 128th Infantry Regiment continues its service as part of the Wisconsin Army National Guard. Elements of the regiment have been mobilized for domestic emergencies and overseas deployments, including service in Iraq and Afghanistan during the Global War on Terror, where they earned additional campaign participation credit. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 128th Infantry Regiment (United States). n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/128th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. 1st Battalion, 128th Infantry Regiment. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/1-128in.htm