The 16 Field Artillery Regiment 16A2(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 American Metal Crafts Co / Amcraft and bears authentic hallmarks: "AMCRAFT" over "ATTLEBORO" over "MASS" (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: American Metal Crafts Co / Amcraft
Construction: Screw Back, Two Piece Back: 2 Lock Teeth Fastening Plate, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 16th Field Artillery Regiment was constituted on 1 July 1916 in the Regular Army and organized on 21 May 1917 at Camp Robinson, Wisconsin. The regiment served with distinction during World War I, participating in several campaigns including Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne, and Champagne 1918. After the war, the regiment was assigned to various divisions and underwent several reorganizations and redesignations. During World War II, the 16th Field Artillery Regiment was active in the European Theater, participating in campaigns such as Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. The regiment has continued to serve in various capacities throughout the Cold War and into the present, supporting U.S. Army operations worldwide.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 16th Field Artillery Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/16th_Field_Artillery_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 16th Field Artillery Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/16fa.htm