Shoulder sleeve insignia of the 82nd Airborne Division, All American , which jumped in Normandy on D-Day.
Campaigns:
- Sicily, Operation Husky - Italy, Operation Avalanche - Normandy, Operation Overlord - Netherland, Operation Market Garden - Battle of the Bulge - Germany
US shoulder sleeve insignia of the Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force and was worn by the headquarters of the Commander of Allied forces in north west Europe, from late 1943 until the end of World War II. U.S. General Dwight D. Eisenhower was the commander in SHAEF throughout its existence.
US duffel bag, perfect to carry all your military equipment. 100% Cotton, size 105 x 60 cm.
This is a larger and sturdier bag in green canvas, adopted in 1943. It had a shoulder strap and the neck closure could be padlocked.
Allround seabag with enough storage capacity - carrying handle - carrying strap
Olive drab cap, standardized in February 1942 for wear in cold weather under the steel helmet. Nicknamed "Beanie" or "Jeep Cap", it has a short stiff brim and a turn-down to cover the ears. One size fits all.
Shoulder sleeve insignia of the 83rd Infantry Division, Thunderbolt, which fought in Normandy, Dusseldorf and Magdeburg (Germany).
The 83rd Infantry relieved the 101st Airborne Division at Carentan on June 44.
Campaigns:
- Normandy, Omaha Beach, June 18, 1944 - France - Rhineland - Battle of the Bulge - Germany
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