13 Infantry Regiment 13A2(C/a)

$15.00

The 13 Infantry Regiment 13A2(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 A.H. Dondero and bears authentic hallmarks: "A.H. DONDERO, INC." ~12mm over "WASHINGTON, D.C." ~11mm (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.

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The 13th Infantry Regiment was first constituted on 3 May 1861 in the Regular Army as the 1st Battalion, 13th Infantry and organized on 10 October 1861 at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. The regiment participated in major campaigns during the American Civil War, including the Battle of Shiloh and the Siege of Vicksburg. After the war, the regiment served in various posts across the western United States during the Indian Wars. In 1866, the unit was reorganized and redesignated as the 13th Infantry Regiment. The regiment later served in the Spanish-American War, the Philippine Insurrection, and both World Wars. During World War II, the 13th Infantry Regiment was assigned to the 8th Infantry Division and participated in campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Central Europe, and the Ardennes-Alsace. The regiment continued to serve in various capacities during the Cold War and remains an active unit in the United States Army. Sources: Wikipedia. (2023). 13th Infantry Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/13th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 13th Infantry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/13in.htm