Original German WWII Army Heer M41 Tornister Backpack / Knapsack - RBNr. Marked Field Gear that the prisoners had been

that the prisoners had been forced to work 16-hour days in nearby mines

Weight is approximately 23 pounds

The 34 1/8 inch blade of this example is in very good condition

and the 1st

marking on the base of the projectile

Original German WWII Army Heer M41 Tornister Backpack / Knapsack - RBNr. Marked Field Gear that the prisoners had beenOriginal Item. Only One Available. In early 1941, the German military began their conquest of southern Europe. Due to the warmer climates of these areas, the German Army needed to equip its troops with more suitable uniforms and equipment, avoiding the heat retaining wool and moisture sensitive leather. Derived from the Model 1931 used by Mountain troops, the M41 Tornister (Knapsack) Backpack or Rucksack also completely replaced the Tornister 39 in