The 16 Tank Battalion 16D1(A/a) 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 A.H. Dondero and bears authentic hallmarks: "A.H. DONDERO, INC." ~12mm over "WASHINGTON, D.C." ~11mm (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: Brass, Enamel
Manufacturer: A.H. Dondero
Construction: Screw Back, Two Piece Back: 2 Lock Teeth Fastening Plate, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 16th Tank Battalion was constituted on 3 January 1942 in the Army of the United States as the 16th Armored Regiment and assigned to the 16th Armored Division. It was activated on 15 February 1943 at Camp Chaffee, Arkansas. The unit was reorganized and redesignated as the 16th Tank Battalion on 20 September 1943. During World War II, the battalion participated in the Central Europe campaign. After the war, the 16th Tank Battalion was inactivated on 15 October 1945 at Camp Kilmer, New Jersey.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/16th_Tank_Battalion_(United_States)