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The 57 Infantry Regiment 57A5(C/c) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by F.H. Aquino & Sons and bears authentic hallmarks: "F.H. AQUINO & SONS" over "1849 OREQUIETA" (incised). Collectors often search for this type of item as a military collectible, also known as DUI, DI, Crest. This WWII period piece is highly sought after by military memorabilia enthusiasts and historians.
57th Infantry Regiment 1940–1947 (World War II) The 57th Infantry Regiment was originally constituted in the Regular Army in 1917 and organized in the Philippines from elements of the Philippine Scouts. During World War II, the regiment was assigned to the Philippine Division and played a significant role in the defense of the Philippines following the Japanese invasion in December 1941. The 57th Infantry fought valiantly during the Battle of Bataan, enduring intense combat and severe hardships. After the fall of Bataan in April 1942, most of the regiment’s personnel became prisoners of war and suffered through the Bataan Death March and subsequent captivity. The regiment was inactivated following the surrender of U.S. forces in the Philippines. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. 57th Infantry Regiment (United States). n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/57th_Infantry_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. 57th Infantry Regiment. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/57inf.htm