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Keifer11329 Dec 2024 11:27 p.m. PST

I was doing some reading on the uniforms and am confused.

Most sources say they wore the M42 uniform in Normandy, and were later issued the M43.

Were these specialized for airborne ( aside form the pockets and patches sown on), because most color guides are different from the regular infantry.

Personal logo ColCampbell Supporting Member of TMP30 Dec 2024 6:29 a.m. PST

See answers at your previously posted query: TMP link

Jim

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