Historical information

The four-pocket long Service Dress tunic was heavily worn by officers, garrison troops, the Citizen Military Forces (CMF), and in non-tropical training or formal operational headquarters throughout World War II.

Physical description

An Australian WWII four-pocket longer khaki wool serge service dress tunic, or military coat. The two pockets on the chest are pleated with two plain below: they all have cream plastic buttons closing the flap. There are six cream plastic buttons for closure down the front. The collar is turnd down and the sleeves have wide cuffs. The back has a middle pleat opening. It is lined and has thick beige wool on the back of the collar and reinforced shoulders. Below the top right hand collar is a stitched reinforced hole possibly for badges.

Inscriptions & markings

Stamped on the material lining: '2R 19MD35' with a 'crown insignia' above.