226th Mohawk Battalion Hunter-Killer patch, and unapproved double clutch back insignia, plus 11th Airborne Assault Division unapproved DUI.
These pins are special. The Hunter Killer pin has significant damage to the blue enamel background. It is unmarked, and I could not find another one like it, it may be one of a kind.
The patch appears unused.
The wings/rifle/lightning bolt/shield pin is metal, measures 1 3/4 inches by 1 1/4 inches. It has some scratches, and the pins are bent, but still functional. I could not get a magnet to stick to it, and it appears to have a bronze-ish finish. It has marks like it was die cast on the back, but no hallmarks. It could be sterling, but it could be some other non ferrous metal as well. I believe it is period correct. This pin was only awarded to members of the 11th that could demonstrate certain skills offers and knowledge, by their commander. It was never approved by the Army, as the 11th was merged with the 2nd infantry division, and sent to Korea in 1965.
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If you would like more information about this division, please refer to U.S. Militaria Forum, US Army Assault, page 2, or Wikipedia.
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Product code: 11th Airborne Assault and 226th offers Mohawk BN DUI