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WWI Leather Leg Gaiters

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DATE: World War I 1914-1918 DESCRIPTION: Leather leg guards ''The American Army during World War I[1] and World War II had leggings, which were gaiters. Above the knee spatterdashes were cotton or canvas, as were many gaiters of varying lengths thereafter. Leather gaiters were rare in military, though sometimes a calf-length cotton gaiter had leather kneecaps added. Leggings, however, were very often made of leather, but also canvas.'', one piece of the leather is torn at the bottom fastener and buckles/fasteners are missing SIZE: Measures 11.25''H x 4''D

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