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Uniforms and Field Gear

Portraying a WW2 solider in the proper way is important to our organization there were many variations and styles of uniforms and field gear in this period.  On this page you will find basic guidelines for uniforms and gear that the 113th Cavalry LHG uses at living history and tactical events. 

 

Wool Field Uniform

If you are starting out in the hobby we recommend getting the wool service uniform first as is was used early in the war and can be worn throught the ETO.

 

.A    M37 Wool Shirt "Mustard"

.B    Wool Trousers "Mustard"

.C    M1941 Field Jacket

.D    Garrison Cap (Infantry Piping)

.E    U.S. Service Shoe

.F    M1938 Leggings

.G    U.S. Trouser Belt and Buckle

   

 

Cavalry Field Gear (M1 Garand)

 

 

.A    Musette Bag

.B    M-1923 Cartridge Belt

.C    M-1910 Canteen, cover, cup

.D    M-1924 First Aid Pouch

.E    M-1926 Suspenders

.F    M-1 Bayonet 10"

.G    Ammunition Bandolier

 

 

 

 

 

Cavalry Field Gear (M1 Carbine)

 

 

.A    Musette Bag

.B    M-1936 Pistol Belt

.C    M1 Carbine Ammunition Pouch

.D    M-1910 Canteen, Cover, Cup

.E    M-1924 First Aid Pouch

.F    M-1936 Suspenders

.G    M-1910 Pick Mattock

.H    Ammunition Bandolier (M1 Grand use)

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