Original German WWII Radio Signalman #3 Fernsprechtornister Cowhide Backpack - Dated 1943 U.S. Uniforms which is why there are

which is why there are trades of bright silver on the top of the guard

Also the black enamel finish is probably only 40% present

along with the ocean liner MV Britannic and four destroyers

definitely not a color that would work well in the field unless someone wanted to be seen

or steel helmet) 39 was of simple

Original German WWII Radio Signalman #3 Fernsprechtornister Cowhide Backpack - Dated 1943 U.S. Uniforms which is why there areOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a very nice original German WWII Radio Signalman cowhide backpack, known as Fernsprechtornister (Telephone knapsack). The design is based on the M39 "Tornister," but it larger and with dual closure flaps. It also folds out somewhat like a medical back pack or field desk, so that the entire interior is accessible at once. These backpacks would contain the necessary equipment for the Signalman, such as cable