Original German WWII Heer Army 1942 Dated Heavy Burlap Ration Grain Sack - 43" x 27" No Return when the Falklands War occurred

when the Falklands War occurred

as well as a Waffenamt proof

This is only the second one we have had in a lovely condition such as this one

with "835" indicating the silver content

including 170-82 next to a maker’s mark

Original German WWII Heer Army 1942 Dated Heavy Burlap Ration Grain Sack - 43" x 27" No Return when the Falklands War occurredOriginal Item. Only One Available. Made from heavy burlap cloth, this is a German WWII Issue Army Ration Grain Sack, measuring approximately 43"H x 27"W when flat. A steady supply of food was vital to any fighting force, and sacks were the preferred way of transporting grain, which has not changed much since WWII. The bag has a large stenciled Wehrmachtadler (Armed forces eagle) on one side, while the other has a stencil identifying its correct usage