The 62 Coast Artillery Regiment Anti-Aircraft 62A2(A/a) 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 Hilborn & Hamburger, Inc. and bears authentic hallmarks: "H - H" inside of an eagle (incised). 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: Hilborn & Hamburger, Inc.
Construction: Pin Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 62nd Coast Artillery Regiment (Anti-Aircraft) was constituted in the Regular Army on 10 December 1917 and organized on 15 January 1918 at Fort Totten, New York. Initially formed as a heavy artillery regiment, it was later designated for anti-aircraft duties. The regiment served in various capacities during World War I and was demobilized in 1919. It was reconstituted and activated several times between the wars, reflecting the evolving needs of U.S. coastal and anti-aircraft defense. During World War II, the 62nd Coast Artillery Regiment (Anti-Aircraft) was reorganized and its elements served in the defense of key locations, including the continental United States and overseas territories, providing anti-aircraft protection against enemy air attacks. The regiment underwent several redesignations and inactivations as the U.S. Army’s air defense structure evolved during and after the war.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 62nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/62nd_Air_Defense_Artillery_Regiment
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 62nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/62ada.htm