The First Aid Packet commonly referred to as a Carlisle Bandage. M-1942 Pouch, First Aid made by the British for the U.S. The M-1942 Pouch, First Aid to carry the Carlisle Bandage. M-1910 Cover, Canteen, Dismounted with stainless steel cup and canteen. Pocket, Ammunition Magazines for the Thompson SMG 20 magazines 30 cal ammo was issued in the field so that it could be quickly distributed, carried and ammo was package in 8 round clips ready to be loaded into the M1 Garand Rifle. This was carried in the right front pocket of the M-1923 Cartridge Belt. The M-1923 Dismounted Cartridge Belt issued to rifleman.Ĭan of oil to lubricate weapons. They were sometimes discarded by Soldiers because the bright yellow made an easy target and if accidentally discharged to inflate while still in your parachute harness it could crush your lungs. The M-1943 Folding Entrenching Tool was not only useful for quickly digging a fighting position but also served as a weapon in hand to hand combat.ī-4 Life Preserver commonly referred to as the "Mae West" was worn by Airborne Soldiers for overwater flights. M-1943 Shovel, Entrenching Tool with what is now referred to as the transitional cover due to it having the OD#3shade (light khaki) top and back and the OD #7 shade (dark green) front canvas. This was the type issued early in WWII and was gradually replaced with the type below. Equipment was laid out and sprayed while uniforms were sprayed by having the Soldier place a box over their head and hold their arms out. Black and green paint was applied with a spray gun in Italy while preparing for the invasion of Southern France. Also note that some of the equipment is camouflaged. This belt was originally designed for use by mounted horse cavalry but was issued to airborne personnel early in the war. 30 cal ammo for the M-1 Garand Rifle and attach a M-1918 Magazine Pouch to carry. Typical equipment carried by an NCO or a Soldier carrying a Thompson SMG.īasic field equipment for a rifleman in WWII, of special note is the M1923 Mounted Cartridge Belt that permitted a Soldier to carry. (Note: all items are original unless listed otherwise)Ĭlick here to see Operation Anvil Packing ListĬlick here to see helmets of the 509th PIB
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