Original U.S. WWII 82nd Airborne Major’s M1942 Paratrooper Jump Jacket with Invasion Flag Patch MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly made with the typical German

made with the typical German Army style feldgrau (Field Gray) green / gray wool with an olive green band and a traditional high front

the US Army Air Forces expanded their pigeon communication capability

with molded black composition grips

It has a small pouch for possibly a compass or watch

On 15 November 1918

Original U.S. WWII 82nd Airborne Major’s M1942 Paratrooper Jump Jacket with Invasion Flag Patch MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly made with the typical GermanOriginal Item: Only One Available. Officially known as Coat, Parachute Jumper, this jacket was worn by a Major in the 82nd Airborne during WWII. This example is offered in near excellent condition and is a size 38 R and has all original snaps, belt and fully functional original zippers. It is in the correct M42 color Olive Drab #3 (almost appears khaki). The coat consists of four front patch pockets with two button snaps on each, along with a unique