The 301 Engineer Regiment 301A1(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. This piece was manufactured by Robbins Co. Inc. and bears authentic hallmarks: "ROBBINS CO" over "ATTLEBORO" ~1/4" over "MASS" ~1/8" (incised). 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: Robbins Co. Inc.
Construction: Screw Back, Two Piece Back: 2 Lock Teeth Fastening Plate, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 301st Engineer Regiment was constituted in the National Army on 5 August 1917 and organized at Camp Devens, Massachusetts. The regiment served as part of the 76th Division during World War I, providing engineering support such as construction, fortification, and demolition tasks. After the war, the unit was demobilized in 1919. The regiment was reconstituted in the Organized Reserves in 1921 and assigned again to the 76th Division. Over the years, the unit underwent several reorganizations and redesignations, reflecting changes in the Army’s structure and mission requirements. The 301st Engineer Regiment’s lineage is marked by its service in both world wars and its continued presence in the Army Reserve.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 301st Engineer Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/301st_Engineer_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 301st Engineer Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/301eng.htm