Original U.S. WWII Experimental Ethocel Plastic Canteen by Mack Molding Co. - Dated 1943 Russian Headgear with the cylinder lock not

with the cylinder lock not disengaging to allow the hand to move the cylinder

After three months of active service the battalion was disbanded on February 8

dexter flag white with a red center

particularly one that saw long service in North Africa

Original U.S. WWII Experimental Ethocel Plastic Canteen by Mack Molding Co. - Dated 1943 Russian Headgear with the cylinder lock notOriginal Item: Only One Available. Early in World War II, aluminum was urgently needed for aircraft. Therefore, in 1942 stainless steel canteens were substituted for aluminum and alternative materials were investigated, such as plastic for canteens. This is an excellent rare example of an experimental Ethylcellulose Canteen. The canteen is marked on the bottom with U. S. 1943 and a small maker logo that reads MACK MOLDING CO. These canteens are very