The 322 Cavalry Regiment 322A3(A/a, b) 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. 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: Pin Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 322nd 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 65th Cavalry Division and served as a reserve unit during World War I. Following the end of the war, the regiment was demobilized on 18 February 1919 at Camp Stanley, Texas. It was reconstituted in the Organized Reserve on 15 October 1921 and assigned to the Seventh Corps Area. The regiment was headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with elements in various locations throughout the region. The 322nd Cavalry Regiment was inactivated on 18 October 1943 as part of the Army’s reorganization during World War II.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/322nd_Cavalry_Regiment_(United_States)