The 411 Infantry Regiment 411A4(C/c, d) 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 A.H. Dondero and bears authentic hallmarks: "A.H. DONDERO, INC." ~9mm over "WASH. D.C." ~5.5mm (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: A.H. Dondero
Construction: Pin Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 411th Infantry Regiment was constituted on 24 June 1921 in the Organized Reserves as part of the 103rd Division. It was organized in November 1921 with headquarters at Denver, Colorado. The regiment was ordered into active military service on 15 November 1942 and reorganized at Camp Claiborne, Louisiana. During World War II, the 411th Infantry Regiment participated in campaigns in the European Theater, including Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. After the war, the regiment was inactivated on 20 September 1945 at Camp Kilmer, New Jersey. It was later reactivated in the Army Reserve and has undergone several reorganizations since its inception.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/411th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States)