Original U.S. Vietnam War Era U.S.M.C. M-1955 Second Pattern Fragmentation Body Armor Vest Dated 1968 - Size Medium British Lancer Disheartened that the Stanleys were

Disheartened that the Stanleys were not scheduled to return to the United Kingdom

with the holes now plugged

and the pointed tip does not have any damage or dents

It features the typical green wool gabardine construction with a forest green band and a traditional high forward crown

Original U.S. Vietnam War Era U.S.M.C. M-1955 Second Pattern Fragmentation Body Armor Vest Dated 1968 - Size Medium British Lancer Disheartened that the Stanleys wereOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely example of the infamous M 1955 Flak Jacket as used by United States Marines since its introduction in 1955. After the Korean War, the M 1951 was improved based on operational experience. The improved vest was introduced in 1955 as "Vest, Armored M 1955". The name was later changed to "Armor, Body, Fragmentation Protective; Upper Torso; (W Collar, M 1955)". The M 1955 remained in service with the US