1950s DI for US Army 101st Engineer Battalion

This is a 1950s distinctive insignia for the United States 101st Engineer Battalion. The DI shows a red cross against a field of white diagonally above the badge of the Essex Regiment and reads TENAX PROPOSITI (tenacious of purpose). The back of the D has a radiating spiderweb-like pattern.

Circa 1950s.

Approximately 1-1/16" in height 15/16" in width.

Plated brass with enamel.

Two posts.

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This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. R/EJX94 LABX10/11

7+ (Very Fine+): The DI shows some small spots of wear and light abrasions.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.