11-217 Garand Picture of the Day

[Snafu]

Battle for a ridge where a company of 2nd Bn., 5th Marines were held up for 48 hours. The drive was a success and the strong enemy forces were eliminated. This took place two miles north of Naha. Okinawa - May 1945

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[gsimmons]

Notice the Marine with the carbine is wearing a shirt under his dungarees.

[A. F Medic]

Isn't that Marine wearing a different type of helmet? Or is it the perspective of the camera?

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Isn't that Marine wearing a different type of helmet? Or is it the perspective of the camera? The one with the carbine....

[Harlan (Deceased)]

Isn't that Marine wearing a different type of helmet? Or is it the perspective of the camera?

I noticed it too. The visor almost looked like a German helmet from WWI. Even up close it's hard to make out, but I think he may have some foliage on his helmet or it's even a blemish on the photo, as well as the helmet cover causing a distorted perspective. The bush behind him may also be adding to it.

[gsimmons]

I think the cover is draped down below the rim, making the profile look some what like a German helmet.

[RudyN]

I thnk the Marine with the carbine is wearing a M41 Field Jacket.

[Amsdorf]

Wow....48 hours? Can you imagine?