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Reproduction M42 Paratrooper Uniform

Reproduction M42 Paratrooper Uniform, including: helmet, scarf, jump jacket, belt, jump trousers and boots

Date of manufacture: 1942

Nationality: American

Number of items: 6

Condition: Reproduction

Other information: The reinforced M42 Jump Uniform was issued prior to D-Day, with canvas patches at the elbows, knees, and shins. The uniform was worn with distinct jump boots instead of the low-quarter shoes and canvas leggings used by standard infantry