Name/Title
Jeep CoatDescription
Jeep coat with stenciled rank insignia as well as a stenciled Thunderbird insignia on left shoulder. This coat was issued to J.D. Morrison (Marlow, Oklahoma) of the 45th Infantry Military Police CompanyContext
The Jeep Coat, also known as the “Coat, Mackinaw, OD”, was first issued in 1938 during World War II. It was intended for use by troops who didn’t engage in much movement, such as drivers. The Jeep Coat had a water-resistant cotton duck outer shell. Its distinguishing feature was the wool blanket lining, which extended visibly over the shawl collar.Made/Created
Date made
circa 1940Time Period
20th Century, World War TwoPlace
Army Base
Fort SillCity
LawtonCounty
Comanche CountyState/Province
OklahomaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
CoatNomenclature Sub-Class
Main GarmentsNomenclature Class
ClothingNomenclature Category
Category 03: Personal Objects
