US Army WW2 MEDICAL DEPARTMENT MAROON CONVALESCENT COAT Vtg GI MD Jacket RARE
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:19833960 |
US Army troopers wounded in action overseas recovered in convalescent hospitals back in the States. Often situated in warm weather locations to augment the healing process, the men underwent intensive rehab to regain their physical and emotional wellbeing. GIs recuperating in these hospitals were issued specially designed "convalescent suits". Early in the war, these suits were crafted in the classic Medical Department maroon branch of service color, but by 1945, they were changed ...to the far more common blue version. This US Army WW2 MEDICAL DEPARTMENT MAROON CONVALESCENT COAT is in very good condition, with a small area of seam fraying at the lower left front pocket, some edge chipping to the middle front button, heavy finish abrading to all but the top front buttons, missing the size/nomenclature tag from the inside neck, missing the bottom front button, and with some scattered age wear evident (ALL pictured). Otherwise, the coat is in fine shape, with no other damage to the tough maroon 100% cotton construction. Most interestingly, it carries "USA / MD" for US Army Medical Department direct embroidered in white at the left chest, boasts slash entry lower front "hand warmer" pockets, and sports all but one of the original once maroon finished "milk" white plastic "tack" buttons down the front. It features a maroon plastic button closure "chin strap", short design, and wide waistband, measures to about a Size 44 chest, and is a fine example of a very rare, original US Army WW2 MEDICAL DEPARTMENT MAROON CONVALESCENT COAT. Now celebrating our 20th year on eBay. Bid with confidence and please view our other great military, aviation, and sporting classics, including a US Army AAF WW2 PILOT BANCROFT FLIGHTER CHOCOLATE WOOL "50 MISSION" CRUSH CAP in MINT, unworn, new in the box condition, with a factory made floppy crown and a "single ply" visor specially designed to be curled.Abramsantiques appreciates your positive feedback and full five star ratings. We strive to make every transaction an exceptional one, and your complete satisfaction is our utmost concern. If for any reason you cannot leave fully positive feedback, contact us first and we will make it right.
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