The 331 Infantry Regiment 331A4(C/a) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a clutch back, hand soldered design. This piece was manufactured by L.G. Balfour and bears authentic hallmarks: "BALFOUR" (incised). 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: L.G. Balfour
Construction: Clutch Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 331st Infantry Regiment was constituted on 5 August 1917 in the National Army and assigned to the 83rd Division. It was organized at Camp Sherman, Ohio. During World War I, the regiment served as a training and replacement unit, providing personnel for other units deployed to Europe. The regiment was demobilized on 11 February 1919 at Camp Sherman, Ohio.
Reconstituted on 24 June 1921 in the Organized Reserves, the 331st Infantry was again assigned to the 83rd Division (later redesignated as the 83rd Infantry Division). The regiment was ordered into active military service on 15 August 1942 and reorganized at Camp Atterbury, Indiana. During World War II, the 331st Infantry Regiment participated in several campaigns, including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. After the war, the regiment was inactivated on 5 April 1946 at Camp Kilmer, New Jersey.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/331st_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States)