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    I'm no ex-pert, but have read several books on...

    I'm no ex-pert, but have read several books on history of the Marines. So, I'm writing from memory and can't be book specific. Marines were sent to Iceland early in WWII, but most were then...
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    Wide open spaces;

    I've camped at Perry. The camping is in the open, rain or shine. It appeared well drained though I've not been there when it rained. I don't believe any open ground fires are permitted. The...
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    Candle wax;

    A very easy way to strengthen a fabric belt at the ends is to dip it into some melted wax. It can be removed with very warm water. Though I've not used it on any slings, you might give it some...
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    Is there a reference for the US Medical Corps? ...

    Is there a reference for the US Medical Corps? There is for the US Army Medical Corps; Army Medical Corps; and the Army Reserve Medical Corps. I have never seen the US Medical Corps. That seems a...
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    There were are a couple on ebay. There are also...

    There were are a couple on ebay. There are also resources to repair and replace the weakest part, the handle. You could chop down a tree with these things. A large tree.
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    Sheath;

    Your sheath is the type used for the "bolo machete" used by Marines and Corpsmen. There are a couple on ebay you can view as examples. I have never seen a WWII model with the hilt/guard. Kiffe I...
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    Pictures;

    We need pictures, but it sounds good. :icon_scratch:
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