Item Description
Original Items: Only One Lot Available. In 1954 the Army began to make changes to the uniform that it had been contemplating since just after the end of World War II. One of the most significant factors affecting decisions made about the new uniforms was the philosophy embraced by the Army leadership that officers and enlisted uniforms should be the same, distinguished only by insignia.
Although the changes were begun in 1954, it would take until the end of the decade before they were fully implemented. Army Chief of Staff, General J. Lawton Collins, approved the reintroduction of a dress blue uniform for enlisted men. The uniform was not intended for general issue, but was authorized to be purchased at the option of the individual.
Specifications for the enlisted dress blue coat were established in 1956 and matched those of the army green service coat. The trousers were the same as those specified for officers in 1953 with a gold stripe on the outer leg seam.
Both visors are in great display condition but are not without signs of faithful service wear. The caps are complete down to the manufacturer labels on the tops of the crown. There is slight detach and thread loss on the leather sweatbands but are otherwise present.
Comes ready for further research and display.
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