Uniform - GAITERS U.S, c.1930’s - 40’s

Historical information

ALAN WILLIAM HOLMES No VX124730 enlisted in the 2nd AIF on 13.4.1943 age 20 years. At discharge on 24.6.1946 he held the rank of Cpl in 18th Advanced Ordnance Depot. Later in life he was President of the Bendigo RSL.

Physical description

Pair of US gaiters worn by soldiers in WWII. Made of canvas with green leather straps & brass buckles

Inscriptions & markings

Inside canvas in black texta:
“VX124730
A HOLMES
13”

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