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The 317 Cavalry Regiment 317A2(C/c) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a pin back, electrostatically welded design. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “NS MEYER INC" ~8mm over "N.Y.C." ~1.5mm over smaller shield (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.
The 317th Cavalry Regiment was constituted in the National Army on 18 May 1917 and organized on 30 August 1917 at Camp Stanley, Texas. The regiment was assigned to the 159th Depot Brigade and served as a training unit during World War I. Following the end of the war, the regiment was demobilized on 18 February 1919 at Camp Stanley, Texas. The 317th Cavalry Regiment was reconstituted in the Organized Reserve on 15 October 1921 and assigned to the 64th Cavalry Division, with headquarters at Chicago, Illinois. The regiment remained in the Organized Reserve until it was disbanded on 18 October 1943 during World War II as part of the Army’s reorganization and reduction of cavalry units. Sources: Wikipedia. (n.d.). 317th Cavalry Regiment. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/317th_Cavalry_Regiment GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 317th Cavalry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/317cav.htm