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The 9 Field Artillery Battalion 9A4(C/c) 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. 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.
The 9th Field Artillery Battalion traces its origins to the 9th Field Artillery Regiment, which was constituted on 1 July 1916 in the Regular Army. The unit was organized on 6 August 1916 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. During World War I, the regiment served as part of the 7th Division but did not see combat overseas. In World War II, the 9th Field Artillery Battalion was assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division and participated in major campaigns including North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and Germany. The battalion provided crucial artillery support in operations such as the landings at Anzio and the invasion of Southern France. After the war, the unit underwent several reorganizations and redesignations, reflecting changes in Army structure and mission requirements. Sources: Wikipedia. (n.d.). 9th Field Artillery Regiment (United States). Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/9th_Field_Artillery_Regiment_(United_States) GlobalSecurity.org. (n.d.). 9th Field Artillery Regiment. Retrieved from https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/9fa.htm