The 31 Infantry Regiment 31A5(C/a) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a pin back, hand soldered design. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “N.S. MEYER" ~5/16" over "NEW YORK” ~5/16" and the Meyer shield to the side (raised) . 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: N.S. Meyer
Construction: Pin Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 31st Infantry Regiment was constituted on 1 July 1916 in the Regular Army and organized on 13 August 1916 at Fort William McKinley, Philippine Islands. The regiment saw service in Siberia during the Russian Civil War as part of the American Expeditionary Force, where it earned the nickname "Polar Bears." During World War II, the 31st Infantry Regiment fought in the defense of the Philippines and was involved in the Battle of Bataan, with many members enduring the Bataan Death March and subsequent imprisonment. After World War II, the regiment was reactivated and served in the Korean War, participating in several major campaigns, including the defense of the Pusan Perimeter and the Chosin Reservoir campaign. The 31st Infantry Regiment has continued to serve in various capacities, including deployments during the Vietnam War and more recent operations in the Middle East.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (2023). 31st Infantry Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/31st_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 31st Infantry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/31in.htm