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The 186 Infantry Regiment 186A1(A/a, b) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. 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.
186th Infantry Regiment 1914–1921 (World War I) The 186th Infantry Regiment was constituted in the National Army on 5 September 1917 and organized at Camp Lewis, Washington, as part of the 93rd Division. The regiment did not deploy overseas as a unit during World War I and was demobilized on 11 February 1919 at Camp Lewis. 1922–1939 (Interwar Period) The regiment was reconstituted in the National Guard in 1921 and assigned to the 41st Division, with headquarters in Medford, Oregon. During the interwar years, the 186th Infantry Regiment participated in annual training and maintained readiness as part of the Oregon National Guard. 1940–1947 (World War II) The 186th Infantry Regiment was inducted into federal service on 16 September 1940 as part of the 41st Infantry Division. During World War II, the regiment served in the Pacific Theater, participating in major campaigns including the New Guinea, Leyte, and Southern Philippines operations. The regiment distinguished itself in combat, contributing to the liberation of the Philippines. Following the end of hostilities, the 186th Infantry was inactivated on 31 December 1945 in Japan. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 186th Infantry Regiment (United States). n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/186th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. 186th Infantry Regiment. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/186in.htm