| Accession Number | REL23533.002 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm accessory |
| Place made | Japan |
| Date made | c 1942 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Nambu Type 14 Pistol Holster : Imperial Japanese Army
Description
Nambu Type 14 Pistol Holster. Brown leather with a top flap that secures to the body by an elastic/leather strap. On the front of the inner body are pouches for spare ammunition and a firing pin. An adjustable shoulder strap, also in leather, is a attached to the back on two square rings on either side of the single belt loop.. There are Japanese characters inside the top flap that translate as a rank (possibly Major) and Machine Gun Platoon Commander.
History / Summary
This pistol and holster relate to the service of (POW) VX20324 Sgt Percy Elsum AAPC - Gull Force - May 30, 1940 to 1945.