Stories of the First Special Service Force are nigh on legendary. This small brigade of elite troops formed from a mixture of Americans and Canadians would see only a short lifespan, from 1942 until they were disbanded in December 1944. In this very small time they would earn a fierce reputation and a nickname of The Devils Brigade. They were be equipped with the same kit as the 10th Mountain Division, and many of the period photos show them wearing this reversible parka. A phenomenal outer layer, this tough cotton reverses from olive drab to bright white, and is augmented only by fur around the collar and two pockets. A super simple garment, that still looks amazing on!
Condition
This is honestly absolutely flawless, the white colour is perfect, which typically is badly yellowed and stained. There are still cutter tags to the white side and my suspicion is this was never issued, and has been stored properly. The tag is perfect. This is the best WW2 parka you will ever come across.
Size
- Tagged medium
- Fits modern medium/large
- Pit to pit 26"
- Shoulder to shoulder 23"
- Shoulder to cuff 24"
- Collar to hem 38.5"