Original World War Two American B-3 Flight Jacket, Large Size 44, H. Bernstein and Co Medals to Casualties but simpler construction for work

but simpler construction for work duties

An interesting grouping of papers and other items belongning to a Mrs Ester Caroline Matthews of 4 Church Street

The front cover and front two pages have come away from the staples

Dorey describes in a newspaper article (see pictures) how he became more and more disillusioned with the war

Also included is a photograph of the original example for comparison purposes

Original World War Two American B-3 Flight Jacket, Large Size 44, H. Bernstein and Co Medals to Casualties but simpler construction for workA genuine US B 3 flight jacket, which was the standard shearling flying jacket in use by the American Army Air Forces during World War Two. The jacket is in a large 44R size, with the label showing Contract Number 42 18654 P. Whilst it is not stated, I understand this contract was awarded to H. Bernstein and Co, being one of the better quality manufacturers of flight gear, who also produced D 1 jackets, the Overcoat, Parka Type and Trousers, Combat,