{"product_id":"original-us-5th-infantry-patch","title":"Original US 5th Infantry Patch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an original US 5th Infantry patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eUnit History\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe US Army 5th Infantry Division was first activated in 1917 during World War I. Known as the \u003cb\u003eRed Diamond Division\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003eRed Devils\u003c\/b\u003e, the unit earned distinction across major twentieth-century conflicts including the Normandy breakout in World War II and combat operations in Vietnam before its inactivation in 1992.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInsignia Origins \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst approved in October 1918, this shoulder sleeve insignia features a solid \u003cb\u003ered diamond\u003c\/b\u003e stitched with high-density thread. The red colour pays homage to Field Artillery, while the diamond shape was chosen for its structural strength and connection to early military mottos. It features a clean \u003cb\u003eembroidered border\u003c\/b\u003e for sewing directly onto uniforms or field jackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Reenactment Use\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are building a period-accurate \u003cb\u003eWorld War II uniform display\u003c\/b\u003e, adding to a vintage militaria collection, or customising a heavy cotton field coat, this patch provides authentic detail. It sews on easily to tunic sleeves, denim vests, or display boards without fraying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd this original US Army Red Diamond patch to your collection or uniform project today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surplus Quartermasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55997605904769,"sku":"SKU3612B","price":2.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0220\/2076\/files\/6bd712d18b6b7888e72ce1c0a111f680.jpg?v=1785401662","url":"https:\/\/surplusqm.com\/products\/original-us-5th-infantry-patch","provider":"Surplus Quartermasters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}