61 Coast Artillery Battalion Coast Artillery Corps 61A1(C/a, b)

The 61 Coast Artillery Battalion Coast Artillery Corps 61A1(C/a, b) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from United States. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a pin back, electrostatically welded 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: Pin Back, Electrostatically Welded

Unit History

The 61st Coast Artillery Battalion, Coast Artillery Corps, was constituted and organized as part of the United States Army’s coastal defense forces. The unit was primarily responsible for manning coastal artillery batteries, which were designed to protect key harbors and coastal installations from enemy naval threats. The Coast Artillery Corps, established in the early 20th century, played a significant role in the defense of the United States’ coastlines, particularly during periods of heightened military activity such as World War I and World War II. The 61st Coast Artillery Battalion would have been equipped with large-caliber guns and other artillery pieces, and its personnel trained in the operation and maintenance of these weapons. The unit’s history reflects the broader mission of the Coast Artillery Corps, which was eventually phased out as advances in air power and missile technology rendered traditional coastal artillery obsolete. Sources: Wikipedia. (n.d.). Coast Artillery Corps. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coast_Artillery_Corps GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). Coast Artillery Corps. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/cac.htm