Winter
Winter clothing was issued by all branches of the service. The gear was sometimes in shortage, especially in winter campaigns. Soldiers at the Battle of Bulge battled frostbite as well as their enemies. The German attack left GI soldiers unprepared and vulnerable without enough cold-weather clothing.
Soldiers often griped about scarves and gloves arriving just in time for spring or summer. While perhaps more legend than reality, stories circulated that cold-weather gear was frequently shipped to the Pacific Theater, while the ETO received an extra supply of khakis.
Word of shortages made it home in letters and telegrams. The American Red Cross sprung to action to provide knitted goods to keep soldiers warm. In addition, all the major pattern and yarn manufacturers issued their own versions of military patterns. Moms, grandmothers, and wives were all urged to “knit their bit” for the boys overseas.
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WWII Knitted Vest Reproduction
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German Balaclava, WWII
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WWI French Cap Reproduction
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WWII Ear Protectors Reproduction
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WWI Ear warmers aka Ear Protectors With Head Band Reproduction
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WWI Trench Cap Reproduction
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British Commando Scarf Reproduction
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WWII “Knit for Defense” Scarf Reproduction
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Black German SS M43 Field or Mountain Cap, WWII Reproduction
$40.00 - Sale!
WWII Cold Weather Set, US Army Reproduction
$44.00 - Sale!
WWII Knit for Defense Cold Weather Set
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Wool Glove Liners
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WWII “Knit for Defense” Watch Cap Reproduction
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WWII German Wool Gloves, Wehrmacht
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WWII German Army Wool Gray Socks, Reproduction
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WWII German Army M43 Wool Green Cap Hat, Reproduction
$40.00