Original German WWII Private Purchase Early War Named German Map Case Japanese Air Force 8542 is the serial number

8542 is the serial number located on the reverse side of the ricasso

For the Vietnam War the medal was awarded by the Vietnamese government to members of the South Vietnamese military and members of the U

The top securing strap is still present with its lift-the-dot snap

and with some period reference and research you could likely figure out the exact unit

we would recommend displaying the helmet with a form

Original German WWII Private Purchase Early War Named German Map Case Japanese Air Force 8542 is the serial numberOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a great WWII German map case named to Hptm. (Hauptmann) Theis, 11th Company, 9th Infantry Regiment. Map cases were issued on a limited basis to specifically designated personnel such as unit commanders, pilots, and observers. They were also used as clipboards, notebooks, and the like for all manner of Military and Civic personnel. This example is made of brown pebbled leather, and is in very good used