Name/Title
POW HBT JacketEntry/Object ID
2012.3.76Description
US HBT jacket with PW painted on back and sleeves
Prisoner Of War HBT Jacket
Prisoners of War were allowed to wear their own uniforms while in camp, but were issued US uniforms for wear while out on work detail.
These were often used uniforms turned in by US soldiers for repair.
This early pattern Herringbone Twill (HBT) jacket shows numerous period repairs and has the Prisoner of War markings.Cataloged By
Chris CausleyAcquisition
Accession
2012.3Acquisition Method
DonationSource (if not Accessioned)
Chris CausleyClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
JacketClothing Sex
MaleTextile Details
Material
CottonFabric Pattern Name
Herringbone TwillColor
GreenMade/Created
Date made
circa 1942 - circa 1945Time Period
World War Two
