The 22 Tank Battalion 22A1(E/c, d) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by Aresta of Hawaii and bears authentic hallmarks: "ARESTA OF" over "HAWAII". 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.
Product Details
Item Type: Military Collectible
Era: WWII
Manufacturer: Aresta of Hawaii
Unit History
22nd Armored Regiment
1940–1947 (World War II)
The 22nd Armored Regiment was constituted on 1 October 1940 in the Regular Army as the 22nd Armored Regiment and assigned to the 11th Armored Division. It was activated on 15 August 1942 at Camp Polk, Louisiana. The regiment underwent several reorganizations and redesignations during the war, ultimately becoming the 22nd Tank Battalion. As part of the 11th Armored Division, the unit deployed to the European Theater, participating in major campaigns including the Ardennes-Alsace, Rhineland, and Central Europe. The regiment played a significant role in the Battle of the Bulge and the subsequent advance into Germany. Following the end of hostilities, the unit was inactivated on 31 August 1945 at Camp Patrick Henry, Virginia.
References (AMA)
Wikipedia contributors. 22nd Armored Regiment (United States). n.d.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/22nd_Armored_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. 11th Armored Division. n.d.
https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/11ad.htm