The field gear used by the armed forces during WWII saw several advancements in its design and functionality. At the
start of the war the US armed forces were poorly prepared. Much of the equipment was WWI vintage, cumbersome to use
and more fitting for a horse mounted army than a mechanized unit.
American inginuity at work produced new materials and designs. Items such as camouflaged backpacks and waterproofing were
introduced. Newer and better radio equipment was also employed. Experimental plastic canteens and paratrooper gear were
also developed.
This page is dedicated to the study of some of the field gear from the period.
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