Nice reproduction of the booklet Pocket guide to France. This is a guide to the country, people and customs of France given to servicemen preparing to take part in the D-Day Invasion. There is a two-page spread of a French map in the center, and several useful phrases and words translated from English.
Superb reproduction of the famous silk map " Zones of France ", printed on silk with glued edges like the real ones. Scale 1:2.000.000.
Probably the best reproduction on the market nowadays.
57 x 64 cm.
Reprinting of the booklet " If you should be captured, these are your rights ".
This booklet was distributed to all soldiers who landed in Normandy and to all pilots, so that they know their rights in the event of capture by the enemy.
Raincoat US style, with hood and pockets. Perfect for your reenactments.
100% Polyester, Polyvinylchlorid coated Weight: 200 g/qm - 2 big pockets on the front with flap - integrated hood in the collar
Knife, Pocket, M2, Parachutist, metal handle. This switchblade knife was carried in the small vertical pocket under the collar of the M-42 jump jacket. Reproduction of the Presto type with metal handle. One of its purpose was to cut the canopy risers when landing in a difficult spot.
Silver airborne wings worn on the dress uniform or jump jacket. The Army Parachute Badge was designed by Captain Yarborough and 2nd Lt. Minter and was first presented on March 23, 1941. Qualification was six jumps, but later reduced to five.
Nice replica of the M1936 field bag in canvas, issued in lieu of the haversack to officers and other personnel such as airborne troopers and armored crews. It was carried on the back with the M1936 suspenders. Can also be worn over the shoulder with the carrying strap sold separately.
Nice reproduction of the booklet Pocket guide to France. This is a guide to the country, people and customs of France given to servicemen preparing to take part in the D-Day Invasion. There is a two-page spread of a French map in the center, and several useful phrases and words translated from English.
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