Platoon Sergeant

This sections covers the combat equipment and weapons for this role. It doesn't mention things like uniform as every trooper had the same basic uniform. So if portraying the above position you should have the following items :-

The Platoon Sergeant (PS), usually ranked as Technical Sgt's were key to if the unit functioned well and stayed alive, for the PS was a senior NCO who had plenty of battlefield and combat experience and provided a mentor to his officer sharing his knowledge and expertise, thus saving their mens lives and kepting the officer out of trouble! 

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M1 Garand

M3 Knife

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2 or 3 small rigger pouches

GP (General Purpose Bag)

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M1938 Wirecutter pouch 

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M1936 Pistol Belt

M1936 Suspenders

Musette Bag

First Aid Pouch and Tin

M1910 or M1942 Canteen Cover / Bottle / Cup

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