The 57 Medical Battalion Corps 57A(A/b, c) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a pin back, hand soldered design. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “NS MEYER INC" ~8mm over "N.Y.C." ~1.5mm over smaller shield (raised). 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: N.S. Meyer
Construction: Pin Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 57th Medical Battalion was constituted on 1 June 1940 in the Regular Army and activated on 10 June 1941 at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. The battalion provided medical support and evacuation services during World War II, participating in several campaigns in the European Theater, including Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. After the war, the unit underwent several reorganizations and redesignations, reflecting changes in Army medical support doctrine. The battalion has continued to serve in various capacities, supporting both peacetime and contingency operations.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/57th_Medical_Battalion; https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/57med.htm