The 34 Infantry Regiment 34A1(A/a) 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. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “N.S. MEYER" ~5/16" over "NEW YORK” ~5/16" and the Meyer shield to the side (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.
Product Details
Item Type: Distinctive Unit Insignia
Era: WWII
Origin: United States
Materials: Brass, Enamel
Manufacturer: N.S. Meyer
Construction: Pin Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 34th Infantry Regiment was constituted on 1 July 1916 in the Regular Army and organized on 15 July 1916 at El Paso, Texas. The regiment served along the Mexican border before participating in World War I, where it was assigned to the 7th Division. During World War II, the 34th Infantry Regiment was assigned to the 24th Infantry Division and participated in the Pacific Theater, including campaigns in New Guinea, Leyte, and Luzon. After the war, the regiment served in the occupation of Japan and later participated in the Korean War, where it was involved in several major campaigns. The 34th Infantry Regiment has a long history of service, including peacetime assignments and deployments in support of U.S. military operations.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (2023). 34th Infantry Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/34th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 34th Infantry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/34in.htm