*Canadian kitbag*

[Akina]

Hello

I have this CDN/BRIT Kitbag dated 1941, and my question is what contains this bag normally?

Thanks
Eric

[peter monahan]

The kit bag would contain all a soldier's possessions - issued and private - and be used most often for "change of station". So, extra uniforms and boots, likely, the orders of dress not being worn - if he had such- and any private possessions. In action or "battle order", the troops would carry a pack with "necessaries" - change of socks, clean shirt, shaving kit, etc. - and the rest of the stuff would be stored in the kit bag or carried in the support train. That's why, I think, later models (post-war, modern)have a steel loop at the top and provision for a padlock: it's where you stored stuff while you were "away".

There are very precise instructions for packing a kit bag, to keep clothes neat, etc. and, of course, a list of "prohibited items", but I don't know where you'd get such info. Asking a vet would be your best bet.

Peter

[Akina]

Thanks Peter

[peter monahan]

There are a group of guys in the London (Ontario) area who re-enact the Perth Regiment, WWII. I'm sure they can help out with a definitive list. Google the site, contact Brad Stott or Mark Dickerson and mention that I told you. they're great guys.

Peter

[Akina]

Brad Stott or Mark Dickerson , ok ,super thanks you !

[Laurence Strong]

Also known as a "Duffle Bag".

[Akina]

Thanks Laurence