The 66 Armored Regiment 66A?(C/b, c) is an authentic WWII era Distinctive Unit Insignia from Germany. This original military insignia features brass and enamel construction with a german pin back, hand soldered design. This piece was manufactured by Dommer's and bears authentic hallmarks: "DOMMER'S" over "STUTTGART" over "GERMANY" (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: Germany
Materials: Brass, Enamel
Manufacturer: Dommer's
Construction: German Pin Back, Hand Soldered
Unit History
The 66th Armored Regiment was constituted on 13 January 1941 in the Regular Army as the 66th Armored Regiment and assigned to the 2nd Armored Division. It was activated on 15 July 1940 at Fort Benning, Georgia. During World War II, the regiment participated in several major campaigns, including the North African Campaign, Sicily, Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace, and Central Europe. After the war, the regiment underwent several reorganizations and redesignations, reflecting changes in the Army’s armored force structure. The 66th Armored Regiment has continued to serve as a key armored unit in the U.S. Army, participating in various operations and maintaining a legacy of distinguished service.
Sources:
Wikipedia. (n.d.). 66th Armor Regiment. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/66th_Armor_Regiment
GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 66th Armor Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/66ar.htm