BACKGROUND: The standard issue M31 haversack, commonly referred to as the "breadbag", was based on the M1887 haversack and was adopted by the Wehrmacht as well as a wide variety of uniformed and non-uniformed political and paramilitary organizations in 1931. The main variation in breadbags used by political and para-military personnel as opposed to Wehrmacht personnel was the color. The breadbag was designed to carry rations, eating utensils and other assorted personal items.

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Olive drab, water repellent, canvas construction bread bag with leather, steel and alloy fittings. Has some missing and replaced button. Well worn and used.