US Army First Aid Kit -

This is a US Army field gear item. As issued during World War two. This is a first aid kit carried in the jeeps. Complete with the metal box. Multiple compartments to carry different type of items. Nicely marked. The kit was secured to the back of the passanger seat. A couple of metal straps ensured the first aid kit did not move while traveling through rough terrain.

The lid of the kit had large white letters that read:

First Aid
Stock No. 9777300
For emergency use only


In addition, a white circle was painted in the center with the medical caduce painted in red ink. The words "US Army medical department" surrounded the logo.

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The lid has two snaps that secure it in the closed position. A wire handle is welded to one side. This feature makes the kit easier to carry when dismounted from the jeep.

This is a view of the open kit revealing all the contents. among them are multiple bandages, gauze, disinfectant and scissors.

This WWII US military collectible may be currently reproduced. It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this item. Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of the collectible.