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Early-War Uniform

A private photograph from 1942 showing details of the early-war U.S. uniform and equipment. The unit and location are unidentified, but several of the photos in the set are labelled as “561-E.?.C. just before going across.”

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P-47 Pilot Equipment

Typical U.S. pilot’s personal equipment from Pilot Training Manual for the Thunderbolt P-47N, Headquarters, AAF Manual 51-127-4, Army Air Forces, Washington, D.C., September 1945. Personal Equipment On all flights, wear: 1. Helmet 2. Goggles 3. Gloves 4. Life vest 5. Parachute … Continue reading

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Flak Suits and Flak Helmets

Reminders about the flak suit and flak helmet, from Bombardiers’ Information File, U.S. War Department, March 1945: FLAK SUITS Flak suits consist of armored vest and apron assemblies. They are not personal issue, but they should be delivered to the … Continue reading

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