Sleeve Length 25 in
Description-
Introduced during World War II, the U.S. Army Mackinaw Jeep Jacket was designed as a cold-weather field jacket for soldiers operating jeeps and other open-air vehicles. Produced in heavy olive drab canvas and lined with a warm wool blanket fabric, it offered greater insulation than standard field jackets while remaining practical for combat use. Its short, waist-length cut allowed for ease of movement behind the wheel, and it became a staple issue for troops serving throughout the European Theater.
This WWII U.S. Army Mackinaw Jeep Jacket features the jacket's signature heavy cotton duck shell, warm wool blanket lining, and shawl-style collar designed to provide additional protection from the elements. Large patch pockets and durable button-front construction emphasize its utilitarian origins, while the cropped silhouette has made it a lasting influence on military and workwear design. A true piece of wartime history, the Mackinaw Jeep Jacket remains one of the most recognizable and sought-after garments produced by the U.S. Army during the 1940s.
