1940s | US Army | WWII Wool Shirt | Brown – S/M

Description:

Item: Original United States Army wool field shirt dating to the Second World War period. Heavy olive-brown wool construction with twin buttoned chest pockets, straight military cut, and classic utilitarian collar. Designed as a cold-weather service layer, worn both on its own and under field jackets. Strong, functional silhouette with unmistakable wartime military character.

Era: 1940s (World War II).

Brand: United States Army issue.

Condition: Good original vintage condition. Wool remains structurally strong and wearable, with visible surface wear and small marks consistent with wartime service and long-term use. These are honest signs of age that add authenticity and historical depth rather than detract from the piece.

Provenance Note:
This is a genuine WWII U.S. Army wool shirt, produced at a time when garments were built for active military service rather than civilian fashion. Pieces like this were worn daily by soldiers in training and combat environments, which makes surviving examples increasingly scarce. The weight, cut, and simplicity reflect the brutal efficiency of wartime manufacture, and the wear present speaks to real history rather than reproduction styling. Collectors value these for their authenticity, durability, and direct link to one of the most significant periods in 20th-century military history.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: S/M                                                                                                       

Shoulder to shoulder: 17"

Pit to pit: 20"

Inner sleeve to cuff: 19"

Under collar to lower back: 31"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a story, and we cannot guarantee any item will be totally free of marks / damage but anything we think of note will be mentioned. Furthermore, a lot of vintage items gain character because of wear and tear. Buying a true vintage item is not the same as buying new and is not to be confused with second-hand clothing.

We have also tried to accurately depict each garment using a photography setup with over 90% true to life accuracy. 

We do not take photos of inside the garment.

Sizing Notes:

Please take the time to measure up yourself and match to the measurements noted, the way you want the item to fit. We are only a micro business and unable to cover the costs of returns.

Buying true vintage clothing:

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Returns:

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