US Army 278th Armored Infantry Battalion DI by Vanguard

This is a 1950s United States Army distinctive insignia for the 278th Armored Infantry Battalion by Vanguard. The DI shows three blue stars with a chevron breaking through the line, meant to represent the 278th breaking of the Hindenburg Line at during World War I. The DI reads FUSTEST WITH THE MOSTEST.

Circa 1950s.

Approximately 1-3/16" in height and 1-3/8" in width.

Plated brass with enamel.

Vertical pin with come-under locking swivel catch.

VANGUARD IV NY.

This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAL90 LCFX10/11 SCFX2/14

8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The DI shows some small spots of light wear to the enamel.

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