The 140 Field Artillery Battalion 140A1(C/b, c) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a pin back, electrostatically welded design. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “N.S. MEYER, INC." ~7/16" over "NEW YORK" ~5/16" + shield to the left (raised). 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: N.S. Meyer
Construction: Pin Back, Electrostatically Welded
Unit History
The 140th Field Artillery Battalion was originally constituted as part of the Missouri National Guard. Its lineage traces back to the 2nd Missouri Field Artillery, which was organized in 1917 and served during World War I. The unit was redesignated as the 140th Field Artillery and assigned to the 35th Division. During World War II, the 140th Field Artillery Battalion was federalized and served in the European Theater, participating in several campaigns including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. After the war, the battalion was inactivated and later reorganized as part of the Missouri Army National Guard, continuing its tradition of service in both state and federal missions.
Sources:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/140th_Field_Artillery_Regiment_(United_States)
- https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/140fa.htm