Trousers, Jumper, Parachutist's, M-1942, WM. F. FRETZ & SON, 1942, 32 x 34, Laundry Number
Rare genuine WWII US Army M1942 parachute jumper trousers, made in windproof and water-resistant cotton cloth, specified in February 1942 and intended for being worn with the matching jacket introduced in December 1941.
Made by Wm. F. Fretz & Son; label is dated November 11, 1942.
Size 32 x 34.
This type features two side pockets, a watch pocket, two hip pockets, and two large expanding pockets with two snap fasteners on the thighs; the left hip pocket has a button-through closure; the lining of the pockets and the inner strengthening pieces are cut from off-white cotton.
The tapered legs help inserting the trousers in the jump boots.
Complete and in excellent overall condition; laundry number T-7552 has been written inside.

