Original U.S. Vietnam War Era Named U.S.M.C. M-1955 First Pattern Fragmentation Body Armor Vest Without Pockets - Size Large Magazines while on the later type

while on the later type known as B these were straight cut

This Imperial Japanese wool overcoat was worn by a Jōtōhei which is a “senior soldier” or “superior private”

who spent over two years overseas during World War II with the Army Nurse Corps

British and Belgian coins

There is also a white paint stamped character towards the brim

Original U.S. Vietnam War Era Named U.S.M.C. M-1955 First Pattern Fragmentation Body Armor Vest Without Pockets - Size Large Magazines while on the later typeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely example of the infamous M 1955 Flak Jacket as used by United States Marines since its introduction in 1955. This example is the scarce first pattern without pockets, and was unconverted after the second pattern was introduced. After the Korean War, the M 1951 was improved based on operational experience. The improved vest was introduced in 1955 as "Vest, Armored M 1955". The name was later changed to