Original World War Two Era American US Canteen, Very Rare "Ethocel" Plastic Photographs likely just post war

likely just post war

An original Victory Medal

which had been established in 1917 as part of the Order of the British Empire

SOUTH AFRICA 1902

Pop studs present in the correct places beneath the collar

Original World War Two Era American US Canteen, Very Rare "Ethocel" Plastic Photographs likely just post warAn original American Army canteen. This is the very rare plastic style, known as Ethocel. This type of construction was introduced in 1942 due to the shortage of aluminium, when other materials were tested for canteens. There were enamelled canteens, they were made from low grade steel, with the enamel added to aid longevity. However, it was found to be unsatisfactory as if dropped, the enamel flaked away and sometimes, into the drinking water. The