U.S. Army Infantry Collar Disk – Crossed Rifles (WWII–Korean War Era)

Description Original U.S. Army Infantry branch collar insignia featuring the classic crossed Springfield rifles. This style of disk was worn on the service uniform to denote Infantry affiliation and is one of the most recognizable branch devices of mid‑20th‑century U.S. military history.

Era & Identification This example uses a screw‑back fastener, a manufacturing style most commonly seen from the late World War II period through the early 1950s. The darker bronze finish and solid construction are consistent with wartime and early post‑war production.

Historical Background The crossed rifles emblem has represented the Infantry since the 1870s, symbolizing the core combat arm of the U.S. Army. During WWII and the Korean War, collar disks like this were worn on the “Class A” uniform by enlisted soldiers and NCOs, making them a staple collectible for military historians and reenactors.

Condition

• Original screw‑back post and nut

• Strong detail on rifles

• Light age patina appropriate for period

• No cracks, bends, or repairs

Collector Notes A solid example of mid‑century Infantry insignia, ideal for display, restoration projects, shadow boxes, or unit history collections.