The 16 Armored Engineer Battalion 16A1(A/c, d) 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.” ~9mm over “NEW YORK” ~7mm over extra small shield to the left and shield with "9M" to the right (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 16th Armored Engineer Battalion was constituted on 1 October 1933 in the Regular Army as the 16th Engineer Battalion. It was redesignated on 1 January 1940 as the 16th Engineer Battalion (Armored) and assigned to the 1st Armored Division. The battalion was activated on 15 July 1940 at Fort Knox, Kentucky. During World War II, the 16th Armored Engineer Battalion participated in several campaigns, including Algeria-French Morocco (with arrowhead), Tunisia, Naples-Foggia, Anzio, Rome-Arno, North Apennines, and Po Valley. The battalion provided essential engineering support, including bridge construction, demolition, and mine clearing, in support of armored operations. After the war, the battalion underwent several reorganizations and redesignations, continuing its service as a key engineering unit within the U.S. Army.
Sources:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/16th_Engineer_Battalion_(United_States)
- https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/16eng.htm