10TH MOUNTAIN DIVISION CLIMB TO GLORY DI DUI CREST L@@K

10TH MOUNTAIN DIVISION CRESTNEW *MINT CONDITION *CLUTCH BACKDENMARK HALLMARKAPPROX SIZE: 1W X 1-1/4HDISTINCTIVE UNIT INSIGNIA. Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches in height overall consisting of a white mountain formed of five peaks above a blue wavy bar and crosses in front overall two red swords point up; behind the mountain peaks a glory of gold rays radiant from center and enclosed by a gold scroll inscribed "CLIMB TO GLORY" in blue letters. Symbolism: The white mountain symbol and the blue wave represent the Division’s World War II combat history in the Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns in Italy. The crossed swords are symbolic of wartime service and further suggest the Roman numeral X, the unit’s numerical designation. Scarlet is symbolic of courage and mortal danger, blue denotes steadfastness and loyalty. The gold is for excellence and the white is symbolic of mountain tops and of high aspirations. Background: This insignia was approved on 30 Apr 1985.The 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry) is a light infantry division of the United States Army currently serving under the XVIII Airborne Corps. The unit's specialty involves fighting effectively in harsh conditions. Like the rest of the corps, it is designed for rapid deployment anywhere in the world. The division is currently based at Fort Drum, New York.SHIPPING: Pleaseview theshipping calculator belowfor shipping costs to your location.Please note that items are shipped within 2 business from receipt of CLEARED PAYMENT. We do not control transit time. INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS can experience long delays, please be patient.Discounted shipping for multiple purchases is available foritems won within a 3 day period (single bulk payment). Just drop me a note when you are finished and I will prepare an invoice for you.PAYMENT INFO: PAYPAL ONLYElectronic payments are due within 3 days of product close.Check out my other items! Powered by eCRATER . List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.