381 Infantry Regiment 381A2(C/a, b)

$25.00

The 381 Infantry Regiment 381A2(C/a, b) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “N.S. MEYER, INC." ~10mm over "NEW YORK” ~8mm + shield to side/far above/below (incised). Collectors often search for this type of item as a military collectible, also known as DUI, DI, Crest. This WWII period piece is highly sought after by military memorabilia enthusiasts and historians.

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381st Infantry Regiment 1940–1947 (World War II) The 381st Infantry Regiment was constituted on 24 June 1921 in the Organized Reserves and assigned to the 96th Division. It was activated for World War II service on 15 August 1942 at Camp Adair, Oregon. As part of the 96th Infantry Division, the regiment deployed to the Pacific Theater, participating in the Leyte and Okinawa campaigns. The 381st Infantry distinguished itself in intense combat during the Battle of Okinawa, contributing significantly to the division’s success. Following the end of hostilities, the regiment was inactivated on 3 February 1946 at Camp Anza, California. 1948–1957 (Early Cold War / Korea) The regiment was reactivated in the Organized Reserve Corps on 10 January 1947 and assigned to the 96th Infantry Division. It continued in a training and reserve capacity during the early Cold War period, supporting Army readiness requirements. The 381st Infantry Regiment was inactivated on 1 March 1952 as part of a broader reorganization of Army reserve forces. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 381st Infantry Regiment (United States). n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/381st_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. 381st Infantry Regiment. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/381in.htm