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The 42 Infantry Regiment 42A1(A/a) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia. 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 Distinctive Unit Insignia, also known as DUI, DI, Crest. This WWII period piece is highly sought after by military memorabilia enthusiasts and historians.
42nd Infantry Regiment 1940–1947 (World War II) The 42nd Infantry Regiment was constituted on 15 May 1917 in the Regular Army and organized at Fort Douglas, Utah. During World War II, the regiment was assigned to the 12th Infantry Division and later to the 4th Infantry Division. However, the regiment did not see overseas combat as a unit during the war. It was inactivated on 2 November 1945 at Camp Butner, North Carolina, following the end of hostilities. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 42nd Infantry Regiment (United States). n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/42nd_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. 42nd Infantry Regiment. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/42inf.htm