Product Overview:
This is an authentic U.S. Army 10th Cavalry Regiment Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) lapel pin, representing the historic Buffalo Soldiers. The pin features the iconic buffalo symbol standing atop a black and gold wreath, with a scroll below bearing the regimental motto: "READY AND FORWARD."
Item Details:
Unit: 10th Cavalry Regiment (Buffalo Soldiers)
Type: Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) / Unit Crest
Design: Enameled buffalo on a gold-tone metal base.
Backing: Dual clutch-back (butterfly pins) for secure attachment.
Condition: Pre-owned/Vintage. Shows minor signs of age/wear on the reverse side (refer to photos), but the enamel face remains bright and clear.
Significance: A must-have for military historians, veterans, or collectors of African American military history and cavalry memorabilia.
Historical Context:
The 10th Cavalry was one of the original African American regiments formed after the Civil War. The "Buffalo Soldier" nickname was given to them by Native American tribes out of respect for their fierce fighting spirit.