What is this? WW1 or WW2, and what country?

Hey guys.
What kind of webbing is this?
Any ideas?
Cheers

Interesting item. On the front, are those snaps or gromets for laceing?

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I have no clue, but at a guess I'd say it is some sort of cavalryman's kit. It might be a form of scabbard for some carbine without a sling, but that is just a guess.

They are gromets.
I think it's American.
Just can't figure it out.

It looks like a WW1 or early WWII gas mask canister holder that is worn around the chest. I have seen pictures of WW I USA dough boys wearing a similar outfit. Hope this helps