The 159 Infantry Regiment 159A4(C/a, b) 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 Robbins Co. Inc. and bears authentic hallmarks: "ROBBINS CO" over "ATTLEBORO" ~8mm (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: Robbins Co. Inc.
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 was 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 served in the Aleutian Islands Campaign, participating in the recapture of Attu Island in 1943. Later, the regiment was transferred to the European Theater, where it served in France and Germany until the end of the war. After World War II, the regiment was inactivated and later reorganized as part of 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