Original U.S. WWII Airborne Paratrooper “Rigger” Sweetheart Compact ERA there was no leather chinstrap

there was no leather chinstrap

over JEF/RIS

There is lots of Japanese writing in white paint along the interior rim of the shell which could very well lead to identification of the soldier

the Hudson achieved some significant feats during the first half of the war

the internal crank and connecting rod

Original U.S. WWII Airborne Paratrooper “Rigger” Sweetheart Compact ERA there was no leather chinstrapOriginal Item: Only One Available. A well thought out gift declaring unending love to girl our pilot leaves behind when off to face the enemy. This is a very nice gold gilt powder compact, displaying the parachute of the U. S. Airborne divisions (101st, 82nd, etc). Opens to display a mirror in the lid and a lower lidded compartment to hold the powder. A lovely and thoughtful gift intended to keep those boys at home" out of the picture. We feel sure no