14-071 Garand Picture of the Day -Buna, Papua New Guinea

[Mark in Rochester]

American reconnaissance patrol from the platoon of Cpl. Gordon Oeff (front, 3L) (including Pvt. John J. Pershing, front 2L, 3rd cousin to Gen. John "Blackjack" Pershing) pose for a picture after returning from a dangerous mission during the fight for control of New Guinea.



Location:Buna, Papua New Guinea

Date taken:1943

Photographer:George Strock

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[browningautorifle]

Aren't those early Hawley liners in those upturned helmets?

[Allen Humphrey]

C stock 03 with no sling. Another 03 on the right, but can't make out any details.