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The 162 Infantry Regiment 162A3(C/b, c) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “NS MEYER INC" ~8mm over "N.Y.C." ~1.5mm over smaller shield (raised). Collectors often search for this type of item as a military collectible, also known as DUI, DI, Crest. This WWII period piece is highly sought after by military memorabilia enthusiasts and historians.
162nd Infantry Regiment 1914–1921 (World War I) The 162nd Infantry Regiment traces its origins to the Oregon National Guard and was organized in September 1917 as part of the 41st Division. During World War I, the regiment was mobilized and deployed to France with the American Expeditionary Forces. The 41st Division primarily served as a replacement and training division, supplying personnel to front-line units. After the Armistice, the regiment returned to the United States and was demobilized in 1919. 1922–1939 (Interwar Period) Reconstituted in the Oregon National Guard, the 162nd Infantry Regiment was federally recognized in 1921 with headquarters in Portland. Throughout the interwar years, the regiment participated in annual training and maintained readiness as part of the 41st Infantry Division. 1940–1947 (World War II) The 162nd Infantry Regiment was inducted into federal service on 16 September 1940. Assigned to the 41st Infantry Division, the regiment deployed to the Pacific Theater during World War II. It participated in major campaigns including the Papuan, New Guinea, and Southern Philippines operations. The regiment distinguished itself in combat, notably during the Battle of Biak and the liberation of the Philippines. Following the end of hostilities, the regiment was inactivated in Japan on 31 December 1945. 1948–1957 (Early Cold War / Korea) After World War II, the 162nd Infantry Regiment was reorganized and federally recognized in the Oregon Army National Guard. During the Korean War era, the regiment remained stateside, focusing on training and readiness missions. 1958–1980 (Cold War / Vietnam Era) In 1959, the regiment was reorganized under the Combat Arms Regimental System, with its lineage perpetuated by battalions within the Oregon Army National Guard. The unit continued to support state and federal missions throughout the Cold War period. 1980–Present (Post-Vietnam / GWOT) The 162nd Infantry Regiment’s lineage continues through its battalions in the Oregon Army National Guard. Elements of the regiment have been mobilized for federal service during the Global War on Terror, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, where they earned campaign participation credit for multiple phases of these conflicts. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 162nd Infantry Regiment (United States). n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/162nd_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. 1st Battalion, 162nd Infantry Regiment. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/1-162inf.htm