Heer Winter Sumpftarn Parka

Product Description: This Heer Winter Sumpftarn Parka is an attractive example of the final pattern, non-reversible “tan and water” camouflage parka that was widely issued in the final winter of WWII. This one is obviously a worn and used example, with some light soiling and fraying to wear areas, and several hand-sewn field repairs throughout. The thin outer shell of this parka shows only light fading, and the printed camouflage pattern remains very strong. The front closure, pocket flaps and cuff ends retain all of the original large zinc dished buttons, which have lost most of their original paint. The original woven tape waist drawstring is present, and some repaired damage in one area on the reverse shows the recycled wool fabric with which these uniforms were lined inside. On the interior, this Heer Winter Sumpftarn Parka is lined with a typical late war thin gray rayon artificial silk fabric, which shows some typical discoloration from wear. This Winteranzug top has a very appealing “field” look, and would be perfect for a combat display. The condition is very good.

Historical Description: The Deutsche Heer, the Army of the German military during the Third Reich, was established in 1935. Over the next 10 years, German Army troops wore a huge variety of uniforms. Enlisted men generally wore uniforms issued from military depots. Most enlisted soldiers wore wool trousers and a tunic with four external pockets, known as a Feldbluse (field blouse). Before the war, soldiers also were issued a walking-out tunic, with flashy insignia, called the Waffenrock. Officers wore the same general uniform styles, but as officers had to supply their own uniforms, they usually wore tailor made versions. There were also myriad varieties of specialized uniforms worn by certain units or in specific situations, from the stylish black wool “wraps” worn by crews of armored fighting vehicles, to the drab HBT work uniforms. There were tropical and summer uniforms, and camouflage smocks for combat troops. For troops operating in winter climates, there were long wool overcoats, fur clothing articles, and padded jacket and trousers sets. In 1944, a new uniform was introduced, featuring a short jacket with only two external pockets. Most but not all German Army uniform jackets bore the Heer emblem of an eagle holding a swastika.

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