The 169 Infantry Regiment 169A14(C/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, hand soldered design. 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: No Hallmark
Construction: Pin Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 169th Infantry Regiment was originally constituted in 1672 as the Regiment of New Haven County in the Connecticut Militia, making it one of the oldest military units in the United States. The unit was reorganized and redesignated several times throughout its history, serving in various conflicts including the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War, and both World Wars. During World War II, the 169th Infantry Regiment was assigned to the 43rd Infantry Division and participated in campaigns in the Pacific Theater, including the Solomon Islands, New Guinea, and Luzon. After the war, the regiment continued to serve as part of the Connecticut Army National Guard, with its lineage and honors maintained through subsequent reorganizations.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (2023). 169th Infantry Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/169th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 169th Infantry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/169in.htm