Goggles US Army WW2 Ski Troopers with pouch
Along with skis, a reversible white and OD green mountain tent, mountain stove and snow shoes, troops wore ski goggles made to prevent snow blindness and protect against UV rays.
Though you know heroes and freedom fighters of yesteryear used much of the military surplus items you acquire, it is rare to come across a piece with such a specific history. We truly know where these goggles have been. To know that a member of the “greatest generation” fought so hard in such harsh conditions fighting off the Germans, for that alone, the well-worn goggles I received are worth every penny.
The goggles come in a leather-like brown vinyl case. I cannot find any markings on the case or on the goggles to verify the manufacturer. Though the case is brittle and quite worn, the stitching is still tight and in tact.The snap closure is still stiff and functioning properly.
/p>The full metal-framed eyepieces have green-tinted glass lenses that reduce glare and tested in doors provide plenty of shade against the harsh fluorescents of my office. Now delicate with age, OD green canvas surrounds the eyepieces to protect the peripheral of your eyes.