World War II
America went to war just after the attack on Pearl Harbor. As a great source of manpower and an unbelievable manufacturer, our nation’s part in the war cannot be underestimated. World War II produced some of the finest examples to be had of manliness, courage, and heroism.
Snip, Snip: Hair for the Fighting Men
One of the things which made the American soldier identifiable was his hair. During World War II, Army regulations briskly commanded the men, “Keep your hair cut short.”
Uniform, Gear, and Weapons of the U.S. Infantryman
The most apparent thing about the regular infantryman was his uniform. In the European theater, U.S. troops wore Olive-Drab flannel shirts, wool field trousers, and fatigue uniforms. . .