51 Coast Artillery Regiment (U.S. Army) White Coffee Mug

The 51st Coast Artillery Regiment is a unit of the United States Army that specializes in coastal defense operations. Established on March 3, 1924, the regiment was primarily responsible for protecting U.S. coastlines during the interwar period and throughout World War II, when it saw action in various Pacific islands such as Wake Island, Guam, and Saipan. Post-World War II, the 51st Coast Artillery Regiment has undergone multiple reorganizations, serving in a variety of roles, including air defense artillery and missile defense. As of its most recent reorganization in 2006, it is part of the Army National Guard and operates under the command of the U.S. Pacific Command. The regiment's insignia features an arm and hammer with a palm branch, symbolizing its role in protecting coastal areas from enemy attack.