Uniform Requirements
4th
Service Command
Level 1
2 Cotton, Khaki, Shirts
2 Cotton, Khaki, Trousers
Cap, Khaki, Overseas with Infantry piping
2 Pairs Khaki, Socks
Khaki, Belt open face buckle
Campaign, Hat with Infantry piping
Khaki, Tie
Service, Shoes
M1938 Leggings
M1923 Cartridge belt
M1942 First aid pouch
M1910 Canteen, Cup, Cover
M1910 T-Handle Shovel
M1928 Haversack with pack tail
M-2 Gas Mask and bag
Mess Kit with Knife, Fork and Spoon
Tags, Identification (Dog Tags) with neck chain and extension
Shelter half with pegs, rope and poles
2 Wool blankets
Raincoat or Poncho
M-1 Helmet with netting
Upon completion of Level 1 requirements and the attendance of five unit events, the individual will become a full member of the 4th Service Command with voting privileges. The unit authenticity officer must verify the member’s equipment and uniforms. The member will be required to bring all Level 1 gear to each event unless otherwise instructed.
M1941 Field Jacket
M1942 HBT Shirt
M1942 HBT Trousers
M1942 HBT Cap
M1941 Jeep Cap
M1943 Field Jacket
M1943 Buckle boots
2 Barracks Bags or 1 Duffle Bag
Toiletry Items:
Razor
Shaving Brush
Soap
Comb
Foot powder or Body powder
Toothbrush
Tooth powder
2 Hand towels, OD or white
2
2 Handkerchiefs, OD or white
M-1 Rifle, 1903
Pistols which are considered secondary weapons, we accept: 1911 .45, 1911 A1, 1917 .45 Revolver, Model 10 or Victory Model .38 Revolver.
One or more of these weapons are acceptable for the 4th Service Command for field use.
Blank Firing Adapter for the M-1 is required
2 Bandoleers
Upon completion of Level 2 requirements, the individual will be promoted to the rank of PFC. The unit authenticity officer must verify the member’s equipment and uniforms. The member will be required to bring all Level 1 and Level 2 gear to each event unless otherwise instructed.
Level
3
Wool Shirt, OD
Wool Trousers, OD
Wool Overseas Cap with infantry piping, OD
Wool Overcoat, OD
Wool Service Coat or Ike Jacket, OD
Garrison Cap
Sun Helmet
Sweater, V-neck, OD
Scarf, OD
Footlocker
2 White Sheets
White Pillowcase
Upon completion of Level 1, 2 and 3, the individual has met the requirements to be nominated for the position of Corporal or Sergeant. The individual must also have completed one year of faithful service in the 4th Service Command and have attended seven unit events.
By acquiring the items listed in Level 1, 2 and 3, the individual will have the tools necessary to interpret the WW2 soldier effectively and honestly.
Sources for Militaria
AEF Supply: US uniforms and equipment
Bayonet Inc: Excellent source for US - Brit / German / Italian / Soviet Militaria.
WWII Impressions: Excellent source for repro US militaria.
WWII Blanks: Inexpensive, quality blanks
Swanson Blanks: Quality Blanks
Pitch-A-Tent: Repro tenting supplies
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