Jacket - US Army Model 1941 or M41 for Prisoner
Date1941
MediumCotton, Shell, Metal
Dimensions26 x 19 in. (66 x 48.3 cm)
ClassificationsClothing -- Outerwear
Catalog number86.55.1
DescriptionModel 1941 or M41 US Army issue jacket. Dark tan military grade outdoor jacket with felt or wool inside and sturdy outside. Marked on sleeves with "PW" (P on right sleeve & W on left). This stands for Prisoner of War and means that a captured enemy soldier was issued this jacket for wear.Status
Not on view
1910- 1925
c. 1942
1930s, 1950s (?)
