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The 241 Coast Artillery Regiment Harbor Defence 241A1(A/a) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a screw back, two piece back: 2 lock teeth fastening plate, 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.
The 241st Coast Artillery Regiment (Harbor Defense) was a unit of the United States Army organized to provide coastal defense for key harbors. The regiment traces its origins to the Massachusetts National Guard, with its lineage dating back to the early 20th century. It was federally recognized and designated as the 241st Coast Artillery (Harbor Defense) Regiment in 1924. The unit was responsible for manning the harbor defenses of Boston, Massachusetts, and played a significant role in the protection of the northeastern United States coastline during World War II. The regiment was mobilized for active federal service in September 1940 as part of the nation's preparations for potential involvement in the conflict. Following the end of World War II, the 241st Coast Artillery Regiment was inactivated as part of the postwar reorganization of the Army's coastal defense forces. Sources: Wikipedia. (n.d.). 241st Coast Artillery (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/241st_Coast_Artillery_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 241st Coast Artillery Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/241ca.htm