Offered here is an original Army Airborne Container Bag, used by U.S./ EU airborne units for the transport and airborne delivery of equipment and supplies.
Details:
•Origin: Army – Airborne
•Type: Airborne Container Bag
•Period: Post-World War II, circa 1946–1955 (early Cold War / Korean War era)
•Theater of Use: United States & Europe
•Material: Heavy OD green canvas
•Closure: Original cotton webbing cross-strap system
•Hardware: Original metal fittings stamped with AN (Army-Navy) numbers (e.g. AN-6517 / AN-6551), confirming post-war U.S. military production
•Interior: Felt-lined rim for protection of contents during transport and airborne drops
•Condition: Good used condition with honest service wear
– strong canvas
– all original straps and hardware present
– no major damage or repairs
Description:
These Airborne Container Bags were designed for use with U.S. airborne supply containers and were employed to transport clothing, equipment, and supplies during airborne operations. This type saw service in the United States and Europe during the immediate post-WWII period and later during the Korean War era.
An excellent and authentic piece for:
•Airborne collectors
•Post-WWII / Korean War displays
•European Cold War-era exhibitions
•Paratrooper reenactment
•Static displays with airborne containers or vehicles
Important Notice:
⚠️ This item is post-WWII production and NOT World War II dated.
Offered honestly as an original post-war U.S. Airborne item, not a reproduction.