Made of classic HBT material, the P44 fatigue set was developed and introduced toward the tail end of the war as a result of the experience gained during the Marines' hard slog across the pacific. As they were Introduced so late, research seems to suggest they saw limited use in 1945 in Okinawa, but would be used extensively in Korea and by the French in Indochina.
This is named to Henry J Vannelli, who served with the 17th Anti Aircraft Battalion in WW2 - he would have been stationed on Tinian when Enola Gay took off. He then served with 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division in Korea. He was WIA on the march to the Yalu 3rd Nov 1950, shortly before the Chinese invaded and the battle of Chosin began. You can read more about him here.
Condition
This is absolutely perfect, a few light storage marks, but otherwise flawless. Strong stamp in the collar, made by S Rosenbloom, and dated to January 22nd 1945.
Size
- Tagged a size 42
- Fits a modern Large
- Pit to pit 24"
- Shoulder to shoulder 19"
- Shoulder to cuff 24"
- Collar to hem 30"