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The 53 Cavalry Brigade 53B1(A/a) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia. This piece was manufactured by Whitehead and Hoag and bears authentic hallmarks: "W&H CO" in straight line (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.
53rd Cavalry Brigade 1922–1939 (Interwar Period) The 53rd Cavalry Brigade was organized in 1921 as part of the United States Army National Guard, assigned to the 27th Cavalry Division. Headquartered in New York, the brigade was composed primarily of cavalry units from the New York National Guard. During the interwar years, the brigade participated in regular training exercises and maneuvers, maintaining readiness as part of the Army’s strategic reserve. The brigade was not mobilized for federal service during this period and was inactivated in 1940 as the Army transitioned away from horse cavalry units in favor of mechanized forces. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 53rd Cavalry Brigade (United States). n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/53rd_Cavalry_Brigade_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. 53rd Cavalry Brigade. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/53cavbde.htm