Members of C/401 (Reenacted) are expected to have at least two basic impressions. The “Normandy” impression (19 October 1943 – 13 July 1944) is accurate for pre-Normandy training in England and Normandy. The “Late War” impression is accurate for Operation Market Garden (14 July 1944 – 8 May 1945) through the end of the war. The “Basic Early War” Impressions are highly recommended, but only required at rare “Early War” events.

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Basic Early War (Camp Claiborne) Impression

To attend Early War events, you must have or be able to borrow the following:

For field exercises:

• M1 Helmet & (preferably) early war Hawley Liner (I have found NO evidence of M1917A1 Helmets used by the glider men at Claiborne)
• Jacket, Herringbone Twill, M1941, Army (Often called 1st Pattern HBTs; 2nd Pattern light shade acceptable)
• Trousers, Herringbone Twill, M1941, Army (Often called 1st Pattern HBTs; 2nd Pattern light shade acceptable)
• Belt, Khaki, Black Buckle, Open Frame M-1937
• Jacket, Field, M-1941
• OD3 M1910 or M1928 Haversack
• OD3 M1910 T-Handle Shovel w/ Carrier
• M1 or M1903 Rifle w/ sling
• M1VA1 Assault Gas Mask Bag
• M1923 10-Pocket Cartridge Belt, OD3 with:
• M1924 or M1942 First Aid Pouch w/ Bandage
• 16’’ Bayonet and Scabbard
• OD3 M1910 or M1924 Canteen Carrier with Canteen and Cup
• M1938 Canvas leggings
• Service Shoes

For garrison duty:

Basic Normandy Impression

To attend Normandy-centered events, you must have or be able to borrow the following:

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Complete Early War Impression

Unit members are expected to have the following:

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Basic Late War Impression

To attend Late War events, you must have or be able to borrow the following:

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Complete Late War Impression

Unit members are expected to have the following: