Original Wwii Army

Unlike the common M43 field trousers, this is a. Featuring large side cargo pockets and a mix of button types. 13-Star "Burst of Glory" metal tack buttons. On the waistband, rear pocket flaps, and both cargo pockets. The interior waistband features multiple vintage "laundry lot" tags. EP 5, GL 4, GC 1, EV 1. And a faint but legible black ink laundry stamp. Excellent vintage condition with light fading and period-authentic wear. The Shirt: Cold War / Early Vietnam Era OG-107. Branch collar tape, and a. Major's Gold Oak Leaf. ARMY" yellow-on-black woven tape (authorized 1953) and a white cotton name tape reading ". Fruit of the Loom - Sanforized. Based on the unique combination of the. Laundry mark (Last Initial + Last 4 of Serial Number), this set has been researched through the National Archives (NARA).

Enlisted as a Private at Ft. Bragg, NC, in March 1944. He remained in service through the Korean War era, eventually reaching the rank of Major. He is interred at Greenlawn Memorial Park, NC, where his headstone confirms his rank.

This grouping is in excellent vintage condition, showing only light, period-authentic wear. The M1943 pants remain professionally. With razor-sharp creases from Major Rhue's final period of service. Distinctive "button ghosting" indentations from a high-pressure industrial steam press are visible on the fabric-a sought-after detail that proves high-standard military maintenance. Cotton sateen remains incredibly strong and resilient.

In contrast to the pants, the. Utility shirt has a soft, broken-in hand.
All patches and name tapes are original to the shirt and firmly attached. Left sleeve cuff button is damaged (half button remains attached). While we have made every effort to cross-reference the unique laundry mark (R0028) with the U. Army Serial Number database and the physical "RHUE" name tape on the shirt, these historical attributions are based on available archival data.

Feel free to ask questions or request additional photos. 30x32 Waist: 30" / Inseam: 32". Pit-to-Pit: 20" / Length: 30".