The 485 Infantry Regiment 485A2(A/d, e) 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. 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: Pin Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 485th Infantry Regiment was constituted as part of the United States Army during World War II. It was assigned to the 97th Infantry Division and activated on 25 February 1943 at Camp Swift, Texas. The regiment trained extensively in preparation for overseas deployment. In March 1945, the 485th Infantry Regiment deployed to Europe, where it participated in the Central Europe Campaign, advancing through Germany and contributing to the final defeat of Nazi forces. Following the end of hostilities in Europe, the regiment was redeployed to the Pacific Theater, arriving in Japan for occupation duties after the Japanese surrender. The 485th Infantry Regiment was inactivated on 31 March 1946 in Japan.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 97th Infantry Division (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/97th_Infantry_Division_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 97th Infantry Division. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/97id.htm