The 13 Field Artillery Regiment 13A1(A/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. 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.
Product Details
Item Type: Distinctive Unit Insignia
Era: WWII
Origin: United States
Materials: Brass, Enamel
Manufacturer: No Hallmark
Construction: Screw Back, Two Piece Back: 2 Lock Teeth Fastening Plate, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 13th Field Artillery Regiment was constituted on 1 July 1916 in the Regular Army and organized on 1 June 1917 at Camp Stewart, Texas. The regiment served with distinction during World War I, participating in campaigns such as St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. After the war, the unit underwent several reorganizations and assignments, including service with the 4th Division and later the 8th Division. During World War II, elements of the regiment participated in campaigns in the Pacific Theater, including the Leyte and Ryukyus campaigns. The regiment has continued to serve in various capacities throughout the Cold War and into the present, supporting U.S. Army operations worldwide.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 13th Field Artillery Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/13th_Field_Artillery_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 13th Field Artillery Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/13fa.htm