2 Infantry Regiment (U.S. Army) Color Changing Coffee Mug

2 Infantry Regiment (U.S. Army) Color Changing Coffee Mug

This color-changing mug adds a touch of magic to every sip. When filled with a hot beverage, the heat-reactive surface unveils the image, making each drink a special experience. As the mug cools, it reverts to its original black exterior and white interior. The robust C-shaped handle offers a secure and comfortable grip. Available in a convenient 11oz (0.33l) size, it's perfect for that much-needed morning coffee.

- Size: 11oz (0.33 l)

- Material: Durable ceramic with a black exterior and white interior

- Safe: Lead and BPA-free

- Unique Feature: Heat-reactive design reveals the image

- Finish: Glossy finish for a polished look

- Care: Hand wash recommended

Description/Blazon

A shield blazoned: Or, on a saltire Azure between a cross pattée in fess and a five-bastioned fort Gules, and a giant cactus Vert in base. Two arrows in a quiver Proper cross with a bolo Argent, hilted Sable. Attached below the shield is a blue scroll inscribed "NOLI ME TANGERE" in gold letters.

Symbolism

The blue cross represents service in the Civil War, while the red cross pattée symbolizes the 18th Division, V Corps, which the regiment served in during that period. The giant cactus signifies service in the Mexican War; the five-bastioned fort denotes service in the Spanish-American War, as it was the badge of the V Corps in Cuba. The arrows and quiver represent the Indian campaigns, and the bolo symbolizes service during the Philippine Insurrection.

Background

The initial design for the distinctive unit insignia of the 2d Infantry Regiment was approved on 20 February 1920. This design was canceled, and the current design was authorized on 19 June 1936.