British 1941 Pattern Khaki Drill Shorts

In a very good condition a pair of British 1941 Pattern Khaki Drill Shorts in a good mannequin size. These shorts are clearly British made and much rarer than theatre made examples. It comes with all the brass buttons. No markings can be found, the label on the back was washed off at some point.

This pattern of shorts saw widespread issue throughout the Second World War with the British Army, RAF and Royal Navy amongst others. They are made from a light tan coloured cotton drill which is well suited to the tropics, being issued to troops in North Africa, the Far East, Italy and the Mediteranean throughout the conflict.