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The 27 Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion 27A2(C/c) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from Germany. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a german pin 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.
The 27th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion was a unit of the United States Army formed to provide air defense against enemy aircraft. The battalion was originally constituted as the 27th Coast Artillery Battalion (Anti-Aircraft) and was activated during World War II. Its primary mission was to protect critical military installations and infrastructure from aerial attack. The unit underwent several reorganizations and redesignations during its service, reflecting changes in Army air defense doctrine and technology. The battalion participated in various campaigns during World War II, providing essential anti-aircraft support to ground forces and contributing to the overall air defense network. After the war, the battalion was eventually inactivated as part of the postwar drawdown of forces. Sources: Wikipedia. (n.d.). 27th Coast Artillery Battalion (Anti-Aircraft). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/27th_Coast_Artillery_Battalion GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 27th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/27aaa.htm