TROUSERS, WORKING, DENIM, BLUE Print Tees The thick cotton shell and

The thick cotton shell and alpaca lining gave the deck crew the needed warmth and protection from the elements during extreme cold weather conditions

Though there is no direct evidence to suggest they were part of Marine Corps recruit training programs

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It is one of the few units to serve in both the European and Pacific theaters during the war

TROUSERS, WORKING, DENIM, BLUE Print Tees The thick cotton shell andBlue denim work clothing was adopted as the standard by the U. S. Army in June of 1919, replacing the brown work clothing that was used before. The top was a pullover style jumper, accompanied by a five pocket pant and the Denim Army Hat, better known as the Daisy Mae. In 1933, a one piece work suit made of blue denim was adopted for use by mechanics, drivers, machinists, and others in similar roles. These trousers, designated with spec number 6 124A,