This is an US Model 1942 first aid pouch used in the Korean War. The pouch shows moderate use and was most definitely issued! The dark olive drab color has faded some. The canvas has no holes, rips or tears and is not frayed at the outer edges. The stitching is very tight and has no breaks or frays. The closure tab works perfectly. The carrying bail still retains most of the blacking. The back of the pouch is ink stamped, but not everything is legible. There are five stamped lines POUCH/FIRST AID PACKET/M1942 & Illegible Part No./Illegible Makers Name/QM 24514 FEB 52. The front of the pouch has the US ink stamp. Everyone who served in an overseas capacity carried one of these on their web gear. Great example of a Korean War first aid pouch that was there!

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