The 55 Cavalry Brigade 55B1(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. 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: Screw Back, Two Piece Back: 2 Lock Teeth Fastening Plate, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 55th Cavalry Brigade was a unit of the United States Army National Guard. It was organized as part of the 23rd Cavalry Division, which was constituted in 1921 as a result of the National Defense Act of 1920. The 55th Cavalry Brigade was composed primarily of National Guard units from the states of Texas and New Mexico. Its primary mission was to provide cavalry support and reconnaissance capabilities. The brigade participated in various training exercises and maneuvers during the interwar period but was not mobilized for overseas service during World War II. In 1940, as the U.S. Army began to modernize and mechanize its forces, the 23rd Cavalry Division and its subordinate brigades, including the 55th Cavalry Brigade, were disbanded.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 23rd Cavalry Division (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/23rd_Cavalry_Division_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 23rd Cavalry Division. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/23cd.htm