Original Rare German WWII Luftwaffe 1st Pattern Green Step-In Fallschirmjäger Paratrooper Smock by Rudolph, Hubert & Co. - dated 1942 ERA There were three versions of

There were three versions of the backpack

where it took part in the Battle of Uman which garnered thousands of Red Army prisoners

From 26 to 31 May 1868

Above the lion in gold bullion embroidery is Krieger-Verein (Warrior Club) and Brandau beneath

Original Rare German WWII Luftwaffe 1st Pattern Green Step-In Fallschirmjäger Paratrooper Smock by Rudolph, Hubert & Co. - dated 1942 ERA There were three versions ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. Just acquired from a very well curated Luftwaffe collection, this is an incredibly rare 1st Pattern Luftwaffe Green "Step In" style smock, as used by the Fallschirmjger Paratroopers. These were worn over the standard field uniform, and were intended to insulate and protect the soldier on their way down to the earth, which could often involve encounters with trees, brush, and other obstacles. The color is a lovely