Combat Impressions

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.

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:

Shirt, Cotton, Khaki, EM
Pants, Cotton, Khaki, EM
Belt, Khaki, Black Buckle, Open Frame M-1937
M1923 10-Pocket Cartridge Belt, OD3 (Optional) with:
- M1942 First Aid Pouch w/ Bandage
- OD3 M1910 or M1924 Canteen Carrier with Canteen and Cup
M1938 Canvas leggings (Optional)
Service Shoes

Basic Normandy Impression

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

M1 Helmet & Liner w/ White Club & Ticks
Shirt, Wool, EM OD “Mustard”, M-1937
Jacket, Field, M-1941
M1 Rifle w/ sling
M1923 10-Pocket Cartridge Belt with:
- OD3 M1942 First Aid Pouch w/ Bandage
- OD3 M1910 or M1923 Canteen Carrier
- OD3 M1910 or M1924, Canteen and Cu
Pants, Wool, EM OD “Mustard” M-1937
M1938 Canvas leggings
Low-quarter boot, Garrison or Rough out

Not Pictured:

M1941 wool knit cap (“Jeep” Cap)
Mess Kit w/ Eating Utensils
M1938 Rain Coat, Rubberized
M1943 OD Shade 7 HBT Jacket & Pants Belt
Belt, Khaki, Black Buckle, Open Frame M-1937

Complete Early War Impression

Unit members are expected to have the following:

M1 Helmet & Liner w/ White Club & Ticks Khaki Helmet Net
Shirt, Wool, EM OD “Mustard”, M-1937
Jacket, Field, M-1941
M1910 or M1928 Haversack
OD3 M1910 T-Handle Shovel w/ Carrier
M1 Rifle w/ sling
M5 Assault Gas Mask Bag
M1923 10-Pocket Cartridge Belt, OD3 with:
- M1942 First Aid Pouch w/ Bandage
- M1942 Bayonet and Scabbard
- OD3 M1910 or M1924 Canteen Carrier with Canteen and Cup
M1943 OD Shade 7 HBT Pants
M1938 Canvas leggings
Low-quarter boot, Garrison or Rough out

Not Pictured:

M1941 wool knit cap (“Jeep” Cap)
Mess Kit w/ Eating Utensils
Wool Overcoat
M1938 Rain Coat, Rubberized
OD M1941 HBT Fatigue Hat
M1943 OD Shade 7 HBT Jacket
Pants, Wool, EM OD “Mustard” M-1937
Belt, Khaki, Black Buckle, Open Frame M-1937

Also Photographed:

M1928 Life Belt (for D-Day Impressions)
Khaki Cotton Bandoleer

Basic Late War Impression

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

M1 Helmet & Liner w/ White Club & Ticks Khaki Helmet Net
Shirt, Wool, EM OD “Mustard”, M-1937
Jacket, Field, M-1943
M1910 or M1923 Haversack
M1 Rifle with sling
M1923 10-Pocket Cartridge Belt with:
- OD3 M1942 First Aid Pouch w/ Bandage
- OD3 M1910 or M1924 Canteen Carrier with Canteen and Cup
Trousers, Field, M-1943, Rigger Modified
M1943 Double-Buckle Boots

Complete Late War Impression

Unit members are expected to have the following:

M1 Helmet & Liner w/ White Club & Ticks Khaki Helmet Net
M1943 Hood
Shirt, Wool, EM OD “Mustard”, M-1937
Jacket, Field, M-1943
M1910 or M1923 Haversack
OD3 or OD7 M1943 Entrenching Tool with Carrier
M1 Rifle with sling
M6 Lightweight Gas Mask Bag
M1923 10-Pocket Cartridge Belt with:
- OD3 M1942 First Aid Pouch w/ Bandage
- OD3 M1910 or M1924 Canteen Carrier with Canteen and Cup
Pants, Wool, EM OD “Mustard” M-1937
Trousers, Field, M-1943, Rigger Modified
M1943 Double-Buckle Boots