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Uniform
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Item
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Model
(P=
Preferred, A= Alternate)
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Sources
(R=
Repro, O= Original)
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Pants*
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P: M1912 Breeches, OD Wool
A: M1918 Trousers, Straight Leg OD wool
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Schipper Fabrik (R)
AEF Supply (R)
Great War Militaria (R/O),
Ebay (O),
Militaria Dealers
(O),
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Shirt*
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P: M1911 Enlisted Shirt, OD wool
A: Enlisted shirt, OD Flannel
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Schipper Fabrik (R)
AEF Supply (R)
Great War Militaria ( (R/O),
Ebay (O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
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Tunic*
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P: M1917 Tunic, OD wool
A: M1918 Tunic, OD wool
A: M1912 Tunic, OD wool
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Schipper Fabrik (R)
AEF Supply ( R)
Great War Militaria (R/O),
Ebay (O),
Militaria
Dealers(O)
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Socks
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P:
Plain white/off white socks, wool or cotton
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Puttees*
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P: Wrap Puttees, OD wool
A: M1910 Leggings, canvas (non-combat)
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Ebay
(O),
Schipper Fabrik (R)
Militaria
Dealers (O)
AEF Supply (R),
Great War Militaria (R/O)
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Undershirt
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P:
Undershirt
A: T-shirt, white cotton
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AEF Supply ( R)
Wal-Mart, Kmart
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Drawers
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P:
Drawers, long, white cotton
A: I don’t want to know
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AEF Supply ( R)
I don’t want to know
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Waist Belt
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P:
Cotton khaki web belt w/ period buckle
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Schipper Fabrik (R)
Ebay,
Militaria Dealers
(O),
Surplus Stores
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Boots*
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P: M1917 Ankle Boot
A:
M93 French Army Boot
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Mattimore Harness (R )
Great War Militaria (R ) –generic
boot
AIF Quartermaster (R )- French Boot
AEF Supply (R)
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Overcoat
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P:
M1917 Overcoat
A: M1918 Overcoat
Jerkin, leather w/wool lining
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O),
AEF Supply (R)
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Cap*
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P: Overseas Cap, wool
A: M1912 Campaign Hat (non combat)
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Schipper Fabrik (R)
Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
AEF Supply (R)
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Equipment
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Haversack*
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P: M1910 w/Meat Can Pouch & Pack
Carrier
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
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Cartridge Belt*
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P: M1917, dismounted
A: M1910, dismounted
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
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Canteen*
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P: M1910, w/cup & cover
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
At The Front (R )- Carrier only
Schipper Fabrik (R)-Carrier
only
AEF Supply (R )
–Carrier only
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First Aid Pouch*
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P:
M1910 (dressing optional)
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AEF Supply (R)
Schipper Fabrik (R)
Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
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Gas Mask*
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P: British Small Box Respirator
A: French M2 or ARS
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Schipper Fabrik (R)
AEF Supply (R)
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Helmet*
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P: M1917 Steel Helmet
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Mike
Haley (R/O)
Ebay (O),
Schipper Fabrik (R)- Liners
only
Prairie Flower Leather Co-Liners only
AEF Supply -Liners
only
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Mess Gear
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P: Meat Can
P: Knife, Fork, Spoon
P: Bacon Can
P: Condiment Tin
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
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E-tools
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P: M1910 Shovel w/ cover
A: M1910 Pick Mattox
A: M1910 Bolo
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
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Weapons
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Rifle*
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P: M1917 Enfield, Cal 30-06
A: M1903 Springfield, Cal 30-06
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Any
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Bayonet
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P: M1917 Bayonet w/ scabbard
A: M1905 Bayonet w/ Scabbard
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
AEF Supply (R)
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Pistol
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P:
M1911 Automatic Pistol, Cal 45
A: M1917 Revolver, Cal 45
A: M1909 Revolver, Cal 45
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Any
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Knife
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P: M1917 Trench Knife
A: M1918 Trench Knife
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
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Field Gear
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Blanket
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
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Tent, Poles, Pegs
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AEF Supply (R),
Ebay (O)
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Raingear
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P:M1917
Raincoat
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AEF Supply (R),
Ebay (O)
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Insignia
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Collar Disks*
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P: US (block)
A: USNG or USNA
P: Infantry Crossed Rifles
A: Crossed Rifles with Unit info (Reg #, company)
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Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
AEF Supply (R),
Schipper Fabrik (R)
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Chevrons
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As
needed
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Schipper Fabrik (R)
Ebay
(O),
Militaria Dealers
(O)
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Notes
An asterisk next to the
item denotes a required item to take the field
Where decent
reproductions are available, repros are preferred. This is due to the
concern over destroying historical items, which should be avoided when
possible. Where the repros are not available or not of decent quality or
reasonable price, original items are the best option. Originals are, of
course, always acceptable.
Authentic footwear
has now become available. All members should replace what they were using
during the absence of reproduction AEF footwear.
Much of the equipment
must still be original due to lack of suitable reproductions. This too
may chance to some degree in the near future. AEF Supply already has some
reproduction web gear available (first aid pouches) and under development
(cartridge belts, canteen covers) as well as some specialty items.
Original gas masks
may be carried, but are not recommended for use, owing to their fragility
and the possibility of gas contamination. Repros are the better way to
go, and the repro SBR is the preferred initial purchase, though carrying
both the SBR and M2 is authentic. Original bags for the SBR is preferable
to the Brit repro bag.
Weapons are also
mostly originals, though blank firing M1911 pistols may be used and M1905
bayonets are available from AEF Supply.
Personal Standards
Grooming: Hair must be cut neatly in a
military style, short and tapered. Crew cuts are most correct, but not
required. Long hair is not permitted. Facial hair is limited to a well trimmed
mustache not extending beyond the lips.
Conduct: You should be prepared to
function like a soldier. You will
receive instruction as to many aspects of the life of a US infantryman in
France in 1918, but you must come in with a healthy attitude and respect
for the portrayal and a willingness to fit in, and do your part. Authenticity extends beyond material
issues and appearance; all aspects of the portrayal are required, for you
enjoyment and that of the men around you.
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