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The 53 Cavalry Brigade 53B1(A/a) 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 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.
The 53rd Cavalry Brigade was a unit of the United States Army National Guard. It was organized in 1921 as part of the post-World War I reorganization of the National Guard and was assigned to the 22nd Cavalry Division. The brigade was composed primarily of cavalry regiments from the states of New York and New Jersey. Its primary mission was to provide a mobile force capable of reconnaissance, security, and offensive operations in support of larger formations. The 53rd Cavalry Brigade participated in regular training exercises and maneuvers throughout the interwar period. With the advent of World War II and the changing nature of warfare, the brigade was inactivated in 1940 as the Army transitioned away from horse-mounted units to mechanized and armored forces. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/53rd_Cavalry_Brigade_(United_States)