The 416 Infantry Regiment 416A1(C/a, b) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by American Metal Crafts Co / Amcraft and bears authentic hallmarks: "AMERICAN METAL CRAFTS CO." in a circle around "ATTLEBORO" over a star and "MASS" (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.
Product Details
Item Type: Military Collectible
Era: WWII
Manufacturer: American Metal Crafts Co / Amcraft
Unit History
416th Infantry Regiment
1940–1947 (World War II)
The 416th Infantry Regiment was constituted on 24 June 1942 in the Army of the United States and assigned to the 104th Infantry Division. It was activated on 15 September 1942 at Camp Adair, Oregon. The regiment trained extensively before deploying to the European Theater of Operations in 1944. As part of the 104th Infantry Division, the 416th participated in major campaigns including Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe. The regiment distinguished itself in combat operations across France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, contributing to the Allied advance into the heart of Germany. Following the end of hostilities, the 416th Infantry Regiment was inactivated on 20 December 1945 at Camp San Luis Obispo, California.
References (AMA)
Wikipedia contributors. 416th Infantry Regiment (United States). n.d.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/416th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. 416th Infantry Regiment. n.d.
https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/416in.htm