The 51 Infantry Regiment 51A1(A/a, b) 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. This piece was manufactured by Robbins Co. Inc. and bears authentic hallmarks: "ROBBINS CO" over "ATTLEBORO" ~1/4" over "MASS" ~1/8" (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: Robbins Co. Inc.
Construction: Screw Back, Two Piece Back: 2 Lock Teeth Fastening Plate, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 51st Infantry Regiment was first constituted on 15 May 1917 in the Regular Army and organized on 1 June 1917 at Chickamauga Park, Georgia. During World War I, the regiment was assigned to the 6th Division and participated in the Meuse-Argonne and Lorraine campaigns. After the war, the regiment was inactivated on 30 September 1921 at Camp Grant, Illinois. The 51st Infantry Regiment was later reactivated and underwent several reorganizations and redesignations throughout its history, including service during World War II as part of the 4th Armored Division. The regiment has a distinguished lineage, with elements serving in various capacities in both world wars and during the Cold War era.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 51st Infantry Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/51st_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 51st Infantry Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/51in.htm