WW2 - H.L.I. (HIGHLAND LIGHT INFANTRY) - TROPICAL UNIFORM - NORTH AFRICA / ITALY - ATTRIBUTED
North Africa and Italian Campaign vets uniform as worn by him In Theatre.
Estate fresh as the Americans say from the family garage.
The soldier was a Captain in the 2nd H.L.I. and his details along with an original period photo of him in uniform will go to the buyer .
He was awarded a Mention in Dispatches.
Uniform etc comprises,
1 - Medium sized officers Scottish cut tunic with brass regimental buttons.
This in lovely " Been There " condition.
2 - Khaki drill tropical long trousers.Medium size.
3 - Web waist belt, uncleaned with some verdigris.
4 - Officers collarless shirt with 2 collars. Lovely " Been There " condition.
5- Early gaiters with leather straps. His initials to the inside.
6 - White sweat rag.
7 - Map of Italy.
8 - Officers Fox puttees.
9 - Officers uniform tie.
Now rare to get a One Mans, as worn, grouping like this and not a put together uniform.
Please note, - BONNET is not included and is only for display purposes.
All items in good condition.
Important Western Desert / Italian campaign grouping which is like a time capsule.
Priced to sell.
Genuine attributed uniforms rarely turn up now , most being spurious put togethers
V.G.C.
Code: 59495
360.00 GBP