Flotation Belt

Flotation Belt worn by many of the soldiers who landed on Normandy Beach on D-Day. It was supposed to be worn under the armpits (not around the waist) and inflated by CO2 cylinders. The problem was that many soldiers wore it incorrectly and when inflated it would cause a soldier with a pack weighing 60-70 pounds to overturn in deeper water. Markings: TO INFLATE SQUEEZE ARROWS TOGETHER WITH A HARD QUICK GRIP AND RELEASE' is on end next to USN hook up; 'OCT 20 1944 18? CONT. NO. W25 030 tc 7 DURKEE-ATWOOD CO MPLS' is on opposite end.

Utility Belt

Green canvas utility belt with two small pouches that have US stamped on the front and undistinguishable markings, possibly 'POCKET AMMUNITION' Many metal eyelets to attach more items.

Inspection Kit

Green canvas with brown binding. It rolls up into compact pouch that ties shut. When unrolled, it offers many different pockets. In the pockets: Colgate raps shave powder; Squibb tooth powder; Gillette razor, Ca-Mal soap; Amolin deodorant powder; comb, nail file, mirror, hand towel.

Military Shovel

Tool used by soldiers. Shovel was used to dig foxholes for protection and cover. Hinged metal spade, wooden handle. Spade cover is green canvas. Cover has markings, 'CARRIER INTRENCHING TOOL M-1956 8466-842-5842 OM (CTM) 46H4-F-80 SEPT 1956' 'US' is stamped on front.

Wool Blanket

Vintage Wool Army Blanket. Markings:Markings: 'Blanket, Bed, Wool, 3 3/4 libs. Olive green 118, 66' W by 84' L SHRINK RESISTANT TREATED DSA-100-951 65% WOOL 35% REPROCESSED WOOL

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