This is an example of a standard issue Japanese Army Air Forces enlisted man’s service coat used during World War II. This particular jacket was worn by a probationary-cadet pilot but no further information is available.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
Japan
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Uniforms: Military
Physical Description
Japanese Army Air Force (JAAF) olive drab wool service coat; 2 upper patch pockets with box pleat and button flap; 2 lower patch pockets with button flap; 5 bamboo buttons down front with gold paint, cherry blossom carved on button; blue piping on epaulets; sergeant major rank insignia on collar.
Dimensions
Clothing (On Mannequin): 67.3 x 49.5 x 15.2cm (26 1/2 x 19 1/2 x 6 in.)
Materials
Overall: Wool
Inventory Number
A19760991000
Credit Line
Donated by Mr. Richard Nolte
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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