Description
Parachute harness with white cotton webbing straps for the arms, chest and legs leading to a four point central front, chromed metal, harness lock. This lock is marked with an arrow and the words 'TURN TO UNLOCK/PRESS TO RELEASE'. The reverse of the lock is stamped '1340-1'. The chest straps each have a sturdy hook with spring clip for attaching the parachute. One strap is marked '4-1943' in black ink. The bottom strap is marked 'L.A.C.2'
Contextual Description
This parachute harness is an example of the type worn by crew members of RAAF bomber aircraft during World War Two.
Details
Accession Number
REL24039
Object Type
Personal Equipment
Physical Description
Material: Chromed metal
Material: Cotton
Measurement
Overall: 990 mm x 630 mm x 120 mm Flat folded as if worn
Gallery location
Anzac Hall, Australians in Bomber Command
Copyright
Copyright not applicable
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