The 4 Field Artillery Regiment 4A2(C/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 4th Field Artillery Regiment was first constituted on 1 July 1901 in the Regular Army as the 4th Regiment of Artillery. It was organized on 1 July 1901 at Fort Riley, Kansas. The regiment was reorganized and redesignated several times, becoming the 4th Field Artillery on 6 June 1907. Throughout its history, the regiment has participated in numerous campaigns, including service in World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. The regiment has been assigned to various divisions and has served both in the United States and overseas. Its lineage includes multiple reorganizations and redesignations, reflecting the evolving structure of the U.S. Army Field Artillery branch.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 4th Field Artillery Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/4th_Field_Artillery_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 4th Field Artillery Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/4fa.htm