The 320 Cavalry Regiment 320A1(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 320th Cavalry Regiment was constituted in the National Army on 18 May 1917 and organized on 15 February 1918 at Camp Stanley, Texas. The regiment was part of the 65th Cavalry Division and served as a reserve unit. Following World War I, the 320th Cavalry Regiment was demobilized on 18 November 1918 at Camp Stanley, Texas. The unit was later reconstituted in the Organized Reserves on 15 October 1921 and assigned to the 65th Cavalry Division. It was headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and remained a reserve unit throughout its existence. The regiment was disbanded on 18 October 1943 as part of the Army’s reorganization during World War II.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 320th Cavalry Regiment. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/320th_Cavalry_Regiment
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 320th Cavalry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/320cav.htm