The 159 Infantry Regiment 159A1(A/a) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features gold and enamel construction with a screw back, two piece back: 2 lock teeth fastening plate, hand soldered design. This piece was manufactured by Gold Filled and bears authentic hallmarks: "GOLD FILLED." (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.
Product Details
Item Type: Distinctive Unit Insignia
Era: WWII
Origin: United States
Materials: Gold, Enamel
Manufacturer: Gold Filled
Construction: Screw Back, Two Piece Back: 2 Lock Teeth Fastening Plate, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 159th Infantry Regiment was originally constituted in the California National Guard as the 8th Infantry Regiment and organized in 1885. It was redesignated as the 159th Infantry Regiment in 1917 and assigned to the 40th Division during World War I. The regiment served in France as part of the American Expeditionary Forces, primarily performing security and labor duties. During World War II, the 159th Infantry Regiment was again federalized and assigned to the 7th Infantry Division. The regiment participated in the Aleutian Islands Campaign, including the Battle of Attu, and later took part in the liberation of the Philippines. After the war, the regiment was inactivated in 1946 and later reorganized within the California Army National Guard.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 159th Infantry Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/159th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 159th Infantry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/159in.htm