Item 2020.74.2 - U.S. Army M-1951 Parka Liner

2020.74.2

U.S. Army M-1951 Parka Liner

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Long sleeved parka liner made of dark olive green lightweight synthetic fabric and layer of cream looped wool pile to be worn with Parka Shell 2020.74.1. It is trimmed in dark olive green cotton. Around the side edges and along the top are fourteen buttonholes to fasten to buttons inside a parka shell. There are two tabs with buttonholes at the cuff of each sleeve. The inside elbow of both sleeves have an oval section made of the green lightweight fabric. Parka wearing instructions and manufacturers label printed onto the upper back.

Label: [In capitals] Large / Chest 41" to 45" / Stock No. 55-P-4952-10
Parka Liner M-1951
1. Button into Parka M-1951 for Cold Weather Wear
2. Button on Hood, Parka M-1951 for added Head Protection
3. Tighten Drawstrings for Warmth / Loosen to Ventilate
4. Do Not Place Near Heat Sources Such as / Open Fires, Stoves, Steam pipes etc
5. Brush Snow and Frost From Garments Before / Entering Heated Shelters
6. Lubricate Zipper of Parka Shell with Candle / Wax or Graphite for Smooth Operation
Do Not Remove this Label
Parka Liner M-1951
FEDERAL GARMENT CO. QM-18937 31 JULY 1951 / SPEC. MIL-P-11012 [Q.M.C.] PAT. DATE: 12 MARCH 1951 / N.Y.Q.M.P.A. / Inspector / 100% Wool