Original U.S. WWII G-1 Type Cargo Parachute Bag With Static Line Historical Military Books the slot where the hammer

the slot where the hammer would rest was filled in

there is also another set of faded painted markings on the tang

This is ready to add to your WWII edged weapon collection

having been awarded the Distinguished Service Medal

Research reveals that serial number 95060 dates the time of manufacture to the first half of 1898

Original U.S. WWII G-1 Type Cargo Parachute Bag With Static Line Historical Military Books the slot where the hammerOriginal Item: Only One Available. The G 1 parapack was the primary aerial delivery parachute during WWII and Korea. Standardized in December 1942, it mated with all styles of cargo containers including the A 4 and A 5, seeing extensive use in all major airborne and resupply operations. The pack encapsulated the 24 rayon canopy and facilitated loads up to 300 pounds. The pack is in wonderful condition though it does not have any visible identification