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United States Military Academy at West Point Distinctive Insignia (DI), World War II Period

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The illustrious history of the United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point, New York began in 1802 when President Thomas Jefferson signed legislation establishing the Academy. Many of the most famous U.S. Army generals in American history have graduated from West Point.

The Academy Coat of Arms was originally designed in 1898. The shield is topped by the American bald eagle and the Academy's motto of "Duty, Honor, Country" and "West Point MDCCCII USMA". The helmet is that of Pallas Athena, for centuries a symbol of wisdom and learning. The sword is a traditional emblem of the military.

Paraphrased from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

This West Point pin-back DI was manufactured by N.S. Meyer with its single WWII Period hallmark on the back.

Mounted on its original tag-paper insignia card.

WWII period pin-back closure, unissued in mint condition.