Original WWII USMC Marine Corps Basketball Uniform Jersey Japanese Militaria known in English as the

known in English as the "Boxers"

The buckets were intended for hanging most probably full of sand but certainly could be used for water if required

The successful landing became a story Casale would tell his children and grandchildren

Supple butterscotch-coloured leather headband

Hand Painted Camouflage pattern

Original WWII USMC Marine Corps Basketball Uniform Jersey Japanese Militaria known in English as theOriginal Items: During the war, as professional basketball players joined the armed forces, some of the best basketball was being played on the courts of service teams. This jersey was worn by the U. S. Marine Corps club during the 1945 season. This is a size 40 WW2 Marine Corps basketball jersey with stitched on red letters that read: MARINES. The jersey features red borders and yellow base. Overall condition is very good.