64 Coast Artillery Regiment Anti-Aircraft 64A2(A/a, b)

$15.00

The 64 Coast Artillery Regiment Anti-Aircraft 64A2(A/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, hand soldered design. This piece was manufactured by N.S. Meyer and bears authentic hallmarks: “N.S. MEYER" ~5/16" over "NEW YORK” ~5/16" and the Meyer shield to the side (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.

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The 64th Coast Artillery Regiment (Anti-Aircraft) was constituted in the Regular Army on 26 December 1917 and organized on 1 January 1918 at Fort Barrancas, Florida. Initially formed as a heavy artillery unit, the regiment was later redesignated for anti-aircraft duties. During World War I, the unit served in the United States, providing coastal and anti-aircraft defense. After the war, the regiment underwent several reorganizations and redesignations, reflecting the evolving nature of air defense in the U.S. Army. The 64th Coast Artillery Regiment played a significant role in the development of anti-aircraft artillery tactics and technology during the interwar period and World War II, serving in various locations to protect key military installations and infrastructure from aerial attack. Sources: Wikipedia. (n.d.). 64th Coast Artillery (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/64th_Coast_Artillery_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 64th Coast Artillery Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/64ca.htm