Scarf, Recognition, Airborne/Commando/Infantry (Yellow Celanese Triangle), COURTAULDS LTD. 1940

Rare genuine WWII Allied recognition scarf (yellow celanese triangle).

Manufactured by Courtaulds Ltd. and dated 1940.

Generally referred to as anti-strafing, aerial recognition, or identification scarf/panel, this bright yellow ground-to-air recognition panel derives its name from the manufacturer of the acetate silk it was made of; it was standard issue for British, Canadian, and US airborne troops -- one per individual -- and commandos on June 6, 1944. 

Troops used this panel for identification by friendly forces both in the air and on the ground; typically worn on the shoulder, the scarf also served various functions, including as a signal flag; this item was generally carried in the Respirator, Anti-Gas, Light haversack, a.k.a. 'gas mask bag'.

It was once thought only to be used by airborne forces: however, this myth has been disproven by documentation and early use by various units operating in North Africa during 1942. 

Good overall condition despite a couple of holes.

https://www.pegasusarchive.org/normandy/war_3cdo.htm

https://1stcanparamuseum.com/equipment

https://driveoncaen.weebly.com/photo-survey.html

Manufactured by Courtaulds Ltd. and dated 1940.