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WWI US MILITARY UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT MATERIALSS -
This section of the website provides a comprehensive analysis of the materials employed by the US military during WWI
in uniforms and equipment.
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Aluminum Material
Aluminum was most commonly used in items such as canteens, canteen cups, mess kits, field dishes,
utencils and alike.
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Canvis Material
Canvis was widely used in all types of field gear such as utility belts, ammo pouches, backpacks,
canteen covers and such items.
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Cotton Blend Material
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Cotton Material
This type of material was used primaily in items like pants and tunics.
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Leather Material
Leather was employed primarily in field items. Items such as holsters and high ranking officer
ammo pouches.
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Wood Material
Wood was primarily used in items like cot frames, backpack frames, shovel and pick handles and other
similar items.
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