![](../images/souvenirs/gurwell%20garrison%20hat%2002_small.gif)
George Gurwell carefully preserved and
mounted his garrison cap along with a regimental patch and what appears
to be the remains of some type of banner or flag in infantry-blue
The red devil emblem and the "508" numerals were sewn
onto a a black velvet background.
(Courtesy George Gurwell estate) |
![](../images/memorabilia/gurwell%20rip%20cord%20handles_02_small.jpg)
D-Rings
kept by George are of two different D-Rings (rip cord handles).
Since most parachutist jumps employed a static line to deploy the
chute, George may never have used these as it would have required a free
fall and manual deployment. |
![](../images/memorabilia/chute%20packs_small.jpg)
Example Packs
all manufactured in 1943 show use of the red handle in George's
collection although the one at top left is silver.
![](../images/memorabilia/nored217_small.jpg)
Second Example
demonstrates the use of the larger ring which may have been easier
to get your hand into.
Source
WWII Uniforms and Flight Gear |