The U.S. Army GI Wool Blanket is a sturdy military blanket in a classic khaki to mustard-brown shade, featuring the familiar US marking as a subtle central detail. Thanks to its high wool content, this blanket has a warm and solid feel, making it highly suitable for an American historical camp or field impression.
With dimensions of 175 x 150 cm, this wool military blanket is well suited for reenactment, camp displays, vehicle setups, or simply as a practical extra blanket for colder days and evenings. The wool blend combined with synthetic fibers offers a strong balance between warmth, durability, and everyday usability.
Composition: 71% wool, 10% polyester, 8% nylon, 7% acrylic, 4% cotton
Dimensions: 175 x 150 cm
Weight: 1,600 g
Subtiel advies
This blanket combines well, both historically and practically, with a shelter half, bedroll straps, field cot, haversack, or other U.S. camp gear. In a camp display, textiles like this often make the difference between a basic setup and a convincing impression.
Historische Context
U.S. Army wool blankets were among the recognizable basic items of American military equipment during the war years. Original Second World War examples are documented in brown or khaki wool with a central “U.S.” marking, and 1943 production records show that Army blankets were manufactured in substantial numbers for military use.