Original U.S. WWII Winter Combat “Tanker” Jacket In Excellent Condition With Tactical Markings Russian Artwork & Posters Escadrille I became the 1ère

Escadrille I became the 1ère Escadrille de Chasse

initially named AES79 and still today produced under the designation LL80 (1979–present) by Eickhorn

Well worth additional research

• The drum is suspended by correct buff white leather cross belt with drum hook

These are traditional German first world war steel mounted leather enlisted men's helmets known as Pickelhaulbe (plural)

Original U.S. WWII Winter Combat “Tanker” Jacket In Excellent Condition With Tactical Markings Russian Artwork & Posters Escadrille I became the 1èreOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of the Jacket, Combat, Winter more affectionately known as the tankers jacket. The Winter Combat Uniform consisted of the Winter Combat Jacket, Winter Combat Trousers, and the Winter Combat Helmet. The jacket eventually became known as the Tanker Jacket by the veterans and uniform collectors. Its intent was for use by any Army unit needing a heavy duty cold weather winter garment.