$150.00
The 315 Cavalry Regiment 315A1(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.
The 315th Cavalry Regiment was constituted in the National Army on 18 May 1917 and organized on 30 March 1918 at Fort D.A. Russell, Wyoming. The regiment was part of the rapid expansion of the U.S. Army during World War I. On 13 September 1918, the regiment was broken up to form the 71st and 72nd Field Artillery Regiments and the 24th Trench Mortar Battery. These units were demobilized in early 1919 following the end of the war. The 315th Cavalry Regiment was reconstituted in the Organized Reserve on 15 October 1921 and assigned to the 64th Cavalry Division in the Fifth Corps Area. The regiment was headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, and conducted training and equestrian activities throughout the interwar period. The unit was disbanded on 18 October 1943 as part of the Army’s reorganization during World War II. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/315th_Cavalry_Regiment