US Automatic Rifleman – 34th ID (USA)

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The Automatic Rifleman is the base of fire for the US Infantry squad for the entirety of the war. The job of the Automatic Rifleman is to supress the enemy and provide the rest of the squad the time to maneuver. They were in high demand on the front, and US Infantry squads were always trying to procure more BAR’s to bolster their firepower.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

Uniform
M1 Helmet
Jeep Cap
Field Jacket
34th ID “Red Bulls” Insignia
Wool Shirt
Undershirt
Wool Trousers 
Trouser Belt
Leggings (If Applicable)
❏ Wool Socks
Boots

Field Gear
BAR Magazine Belt
First Aid Pouch
Canteen with Canteen Cover & Cup
Mess Kit with Metal Utensils

Entrenching Tool & Carrier
Haversack
Wool Blanket

Shelter Half

Weapon
M1918 Browning Automatic Rifle with BAR Sling

 

RECOMMENDED OR ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

Helmet Net
Wool Scarf
Cold Weather Coat
Cold Weather Undergarments
Raincoat
Gloves
Period Correct Socks

M1936 Suspenders for BAR Magazine Belt
General Purpose Bag
Gas Mask Bag

Musette Bag
Flashlight

EVENT MANDATED EQUIPMENT

Approved Eye Protection
❏ Airsoft Batteries & Other Airsoft Power Sources (If applicable.)
❏ Individual First Aid Kit
❏ Personal Hygiene Kit

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