Original World War Two Era American US Canteen, Very Rare "Ethocel" Plastic Post World War Two Josef "Pips" Priller

Josef "Pips" Priller

Still in it's original packaging and priced at $0

but generally sound condition

An original 1939/45 Star with length of ribbon

An original World War One era medal trio

Original World War Two Era American US Canteen, Very Rare "Ethocel" Plastic Post World War Two Josef "Pips" PrillerAn original American Army canteen. This is the very rare plastic style, known as Ethocel. This type of construction was introduced in 1942 due to the shortage of aluminium, when other materials were tested for canteens. There were enamelled canteens, they were made from low grade steel, with the enamel added to aid longevity. However, it was found to be unsatisfactory as if dropped, the enamel flaked away and sometimes, into the drinking water. The