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 WWII US Army HBT Field Shirt - 
When the United States entered World War Two much of the military was unprepared for combat.
The unforms and equipment employed was very antiquated, most of it dated back to World War one.
The US Army fought in the European and Pacific theaters.  The need to develop clothing for two
different types of climate was paramount.  A lighter weight combat uniform was developed.
The Herring Bone Twill (HBT) uniform served well in both  
fields of operation.  However, the South pacific saw most of its use.
 
 
   
 
 
The American tunics held a variety of patches
and insignia in the left and right arms.  
Also in the breast area.
 
 
  
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	clearly defined	points that should be noted.  
	
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 The field tunic featured here was used by the US Army during WWII.  Two pocket construction.  Long sleeves.
Buttons are of metal construction and have a 13-star pattern in the front.
 
 
   
 
Unlike earlier American uniforms, the front buttons
were sewn.  Of metal construction.  Golden color.  Bearing the US Navy eagle in the face of the 
button.
 
 
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 If you have an interest is seeing other US military uniforms of WWII, you can do so by going 
to our The History of the American Military Uniform  
identification and price guide.
 
 
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	is provided as a means to educate the collector community and individuals who have a general 
	interest on the field. The following is an estimated value. Prices may vary in every state and 
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	  | Year | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |  
	  | Value | $15.00 | $15.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $35.00 | $40.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 |  
	  | Availability | Common | Common | Common | Common | Common | Common | Common | Common | Common | Common | Medium | Medium |  
	  | Invest Grade | C | C | C | C | C | C | B | B | B | B | B | B |  
 
 
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