FIELD PACK, COMBAT M-1956 (2)

11th Cavalry patch in black and green with cut edge.

Book Uniforms & Equipment of U.S. Military Advisors in Vietnam: 1957-1972 (Schiffer Military History). This new, extensively produced volume (the second volume in the series) is a comprehensive guide to the history, development, and use of uniforms and equipment during the participation of U.S. military advisors in the Vietnam War. Included are insignia, headgear, camouflage uniforms, modified items, body armor, boots, clothing accessories, documentary items, and personal effects from 1957-1972, which are examined in great detail. Using reconstructions and period photographs, the author presents the look and feel of U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Corps advisors in Vietnam. There is a separate chapter on ARVN Ranger, Airborne, and ARVN Infantry advisors, as well as Junk Force, RAG Force, and South Vietnamese Navy and Marine Corps advisors.

Unused M1 helmet cover in Mitchel camouflage. Cover is from USMC contract.

Original Unused (NOS) Blood Chit South East Asia - West Central Pacific. Each copy has its serial number. Year of production 1967.

Unused M65 trousers. Waist size 126cm, leg length from waist 119cm, leg length from crotch 82cm.

Unused McNamra boots. Size 11W. Year of manufacture 1966.

ERDL trousers. Size M-R. Zipper is functional on the pants there are a few holes and stains. Contract DSA 100-68-C-2819.

Lightly used M1 helmet cover in Mitchel camouflage.

Unused M6 bayonet from Milpar. Condition see photo.

Pack of disposable earplugs. Production 1962. For collecting purposes - functionality is not guaranteed.

Unused Waterproof Backpack Bag, Waterproof, Clothing. Date of manufacture 1967 and 1968.