The 6 Medical Battalion 6A(C/a, b) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “N.S. MEYER" ~8mm over "NEW YORK” ~8mm over the Meyer shield (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.
Product Details
Item Type: Military Collectible
Era: WWII
Manufacturer: N.S. Meyer
Unit History
6th Medical Battalion
1940–1947 (World War II)
The 6th Medical Battalion was constituted on 1 October 1939 in the Regular Army and assigned to the 6th Infantry Division. It was activated on 12 October 1939 at Fort Lewis, Washington. During World War II, the battalion provided medical support to the 6th Infantry Division throughout its campaigns in the Pacific Theater, including operations in New Guinea, Luzon, and the Southern Philippines. The battalion played a critical role in casualty evacuation and medical care during intense jungle combat. Following the end of hostilities, the 6th Medical Battalion was inactivated on 10 January 1949 in Korea.
References (AMA)
Wikipedia contributors. 6th Infantry Division (United States). n.d.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/6th_Infantry_Division_(United_States)
GlobalSecurity.org. 6th Infantry Division. n.d.
https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/6id.htm