The 302 Engineer Regiment 302A1(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.
Product Details
Item Type: Distinctive Unit Insignia
Era: WWII
Origin: United States
Materials: Brass, Enamel
Manufacturer: No Hallmark
Construction: Screw Back, Two Piece Back: 2 Lock Teeth Fastening Plate, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 302nd Engineer Regiment was constituted in the National Army on 5 August 1917 and organized at Camp Upton, New York. The regiment served as part of the 77th Division during World War I, participating in major campaigns including the Oise-Aisne, Meuse-Argonne, and Champagne campaigns. Following the end of World War I, the regiment was demobilized on 9 May 1919 at Camp Upton, New York. The unit was later reconstituted in the Organized Reserves in 1921 and assigned once again to the 77th Division. Throughout its service, the 302nd Engineer Regiment provided essential engineering support, including construction, fortification, and demolition tasks, contributing significantly to the division’s operational effectiveness during the war.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 302nd Engineer Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/302nd_Engineer_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 302nd Engineer Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/302eng.htm