Canvas satchel : First Aid kit

Rectangular khaki canvas satchel bag with shoulder strap, and a flap opening fastened by two brass press studs with two internal flaps secured by a brass press stud. The satchel is machine stitched in dark green and brown cotton. The shoulder strap is looped through a brass ring on either side of the satchel and tied in a knot. This strap can be shortened if desired.

There is no known specific history associated with this item. It is typical of first aid kits issued to army and civil defence units during the Second World War.

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