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The 178 Artillery 178A4(A/d, e) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia. This piece was manufactured by Denmark's Military Equipment Corp. and bears authentic hallmarks: "D-22" over "DENMARK" over "N.Y. 10012" over "MADE IN" over "U.S.A.". 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.
178th Field Artillery Regiment 1940–1947 (World War II) The 178th Field Artillery Regiment was originally constituted in the National Guard and has its roots in the Alabama National Guard. During World War II, the regiment was inducted into federal service and underwent several reorganizations and redesignations. The unit served as part of the 31st Infantry Division and participated in campaigns in the Pacific Theater, including New Guinea, Southern Philippines, and Luzon. Following the end of hostilities, the regiment was inactivated in Japan in December 1945. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 178th Field Artillery Regiment. n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/178th_Field_Artillery_Regiment GlobalSecurity.org. 178th Field Artillery Regiment. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/178fa.htm