Original U.S. WWII Named Tank Destroyer Mackinaw Coat Jeep Jacket Books & Films Klink (Marine Corps Serial number

Klink (Marine Corps Serial number 61705) served with the 1st Battalion 5th Marine Regiment

This example was made in commemoration of an actual unit

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interrogation and debriefing by a British officer

Designed to be worn in center of the back on a shoulder belt these symbolized the days when battlefield messages were transported from Officer to Officer where the messenger could not reach the pouch

Original U.S. WWII Named Tank Destroyer Mackinaw Coat Jeep Jacket Books & Films Klink (Marine Corps Serial numberOriginal Item: One of a kind. This jacket is named to Staff Sergeant CHARLES F. FRANZ (ASN 33181708) from Maryland. Size 36 WWII US Mackinaw Coat "jeep jacket" is a fantastic example of this highly recognizable piece of clothing. It is the 3rd pattern of this type. All buttons and straps are present. Left shoulder bears a tank destroyer patch and both sleeves have Staff Sergeant chevrons. The interior is fully lined in green wool. There is a size tag