HardWay Posted June 16, 2021 Share #1 Posted June 16, 2021 It's been a very long time since I last posted (although I'm always lurking & learning), but I have a question today I hope someone can help me with: I have my father's duffle bag from WW2, and am curious about some markings on it. Hopefully the picture I've attached explains itself. "RE 7947-L" has been spray painted on (in both white and black colored paint), along with a white "C". I seem to recall reading somewhere that when the troops were returning from overseas, their "luggage" (footlockers, duffles, etc.) was often ID'd with certain codes for shipping/logistical purposes, and perhaps that's what this is -- however the "C" throws me off that theory a little bit. Were markings like this also made when they made their outbound trip? The reason I wonder is because Dad was in C Battery (839th AAA) when he first went over, but the 839th was disbanded shortly after VE day; Dad spent the next few months bouncing around different units until he had enough points to come home -- and by the time he did, I believe he was in D battery (796th AAA). Any information or insights would be appreciated. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardWay Posted June 19, 2021 Author Share #2 Posted June 19, 2021 Just wanted to bump this one up once, in case anyone has any info or insights.... Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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