The 31 Infantry Regiment 31A6(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: Uncatalogued or Unknown Meyer Hallmark. 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 has a distinguished history, having served in multiple major conflicts. During World War I, the 31st Infantry was stationed in Siberia as part of the American Expeditionary Force, where it participated in the Siberian Intervention. In World War II, the regiment was involved in the defense of the Philippines and endured the Bataan Death March after the fall of Bataan in 1942. The unit was later reconstituted and participated in the Korean War, where it fought in several significant campaigns, including the Chosin Reservoir. 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. (n.d.). 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