203 Coast Artillery Regiment Anti-Aircraft 203A1/2(A/a, b)

The 203 Coast Artillery Regiment Anti-Aircraft 203A1/2(A/a, b) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a screw 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: Screw Back, Hand Soldered

Unit History

The 203rd Coast Artillery Regiment (Anti-Aircraft) was a unit of the United States Army National Guard. It was originally organized as the 2nd Infantry Regiment, Missouri National Guard, and was redesignated as the 203rd Coast Artillery (Anti-Aircraft) Regiment in 1924. The regiment was federally recognized and headquartered in Joplin, Missouri. During World War II, the 203rd was mobilized for active duty in 1940 and served in various locations within the United States, providing anti-aircraft defense for key installations. The regiment was later broken up in 1944, with its elements reorganized into separate anti-aircraft artillery battalions. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/203rd_Coast_Artillery_Regiment