Hammock
Object number2010.21.3
Date1940-1945
Mediumduck cotton; rubberized material; various metals; nylon
Credit LineGift of Charles Wright
DescriptionJungle hammock. Green rubberized material on outside. Inside: green duck cotton with multiple eyelets on both ends. Green mosquito netting. Numerous nylon string attached to ends for hanging purposes. In an attached pouch, that has a metal zipper, is a printed material label.Dimensions45.25 x 83 in. (114.9 x 210.8 cm)InscriptionsIn an attached pouch is a printed material label featuring use instructions and illustration.
Historical NotesMilitary-issue jungle hammock. The jungle hammock was bought at a Liberty Avenue surplus shop in 1945, and is a WWII military issue hammock created for wars in jungle-like climates. Collected to enhance our military collection.
Previous owner
Charles Wright
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Renwal American Sundries Company
Bruck's Nurses Outfitting Company, Inc.
1847-1969