also, as a side note. I’m very serious about this and want to do the right way and in a way that isn’t distasteful. So whatever I need to get or learn about the subject I am open. Thanks!

Hello all! I’m fairly new to chaplain stuff and have been looking into it the past few months so I can create an accurate impression for my reenactment group. Wanted to try to provide a more “interactive” experience for the public and my group. Problem is, I have never tried to collect chaplain stuff or ever owned anything, or really even know about it? So any guidance is welcome. Looking to find out what a chaplain was issued that was different from regular enlisted men. What is the more “combat” related kind of gear they carried, what was there roll , how they held mass, etc. let me know thanks! P.S. not sure if this was the best place to put this or in the reenacting section. Feel free to move if necessary.

That’s vool pm me please  Owen 

Thanks for the info,  much appreciated.     Sammy t

Yes.

Research Page So Far:  ACH DCU (TELLES).pdf  

Great bag. Nice finds.

This is a great start and thank you so much for the info BEAST. The jacket is from a fairly local former collector and we are only about 2 hours from Fort Wayne. I would certainly like to learn more if you are able to find anything. If Marine promotion was anything like Army promotion I would guess Mr. Wonders served for a while as he was a Sergeant when he used this blouse. Thank you again.      Scott

thanks ATB.     Aside from the subdued cloth insignia,  are you also referring to the metal insignia for those same dates?

Outstanding story!!!  You've done very well in the preservation of this inscription.  Can't say the same for his grandson, but don't give up just yet. Great post! Thanks.     Steve