13-059 Garand picture of the Day - 17th ABN

[Mark in Rochester]

March 24, 1945 and showing 224th Airborne Medical Company's troopers using "requisitioned vehicule" for casualties and medical supplies

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[Sarge1998]

I'm guessing that medic with the reins in picture one doesn't know much about ol' war horse. Picture two the guy on the right is missing his shovel

[browningautorifle]

I saw the shovel thing, having carried that exact shovel...I was thinking it may have gotten pitched.

[maxim]

These guys are loaded down. Their pockets are bulging and packs full. The medic on the wagon in the horse picture looks like he is wearing a leather flying jacket. Great shots of Airborne rigger modified trousers with pockets and straps.

[browningautorifle]

The leather flying jackets were a favorite when they could procure one. Mostly the officers I think had them. Yes, they would be certainly loaded down...hold until relieved...

I was just counting the correct, as issued M2 helmets for about $1000 each.

[Bob Seijas]

"Devils in baggy pants"