{"product_id":"france-sacoche-etui-cuir-modele-1917-pour-pistolet-lance-fusee","title":"FRANCE. Leather pouch, Model 1917, for a flare gun – Militaria case – WWI","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e Here is a leather satchel\/case model 1917, designed to hold the French rocket-launching pistol of the First World War (1914-1918).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e This leather equipment accessory is a testament to the individual weaponry of French soldiers, used in particular for the transport and protection of the flare gun and its accessories.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eMade of natural tan leather, with a flap and internal compartments, this satchel illustrates the functional simplicity and robustness required by the French army on the front. It also reflects the evolution of uniforms and equipment during the First World War.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e Type: Leather pouch – case for flare gun.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e Model: 1917 – French infantry equipment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e Material: Natural tan leather.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e Period: World War I (1914-1918).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e Function: Transport and protection of the flare gun (and accessories).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e Historical militaria intended for collection, reenactment or exhibition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e Historical Context – Equipment of the French Soldier in WWI:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Model 1917 flare gun was standard equipment used by the French infantry for signaling, communication, or illuminating the battlefield. This piece of equipment required a protective leather case to ensure it could be carried in the field without damage and kept within easy reach of the soldier.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e The 1917 model satchel fits into the broader context of French military leather from the Great War, alongside cartridge pouches, belts, bayonet holsters and other cases designed to make life easier for the soldier in operation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e The photographs are an integral part of the description and are binding on the buyer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e The purchase constitutes acceptance of the condition of the item as presented.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maison des Braves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56885035499902,"sku":null,"price":97.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/4391\/7182\/files\/Sacoche_cuir_modele_1917_pour_pistolet_lance-fusee_Etui_Militaria_Francaise_WWI.jpg?v=1770130993","url":"https:\/\/maisondesbraves.fr\/en-eu\/products\/france-sacoche-etui-cuir-modele-1917-pour-pistolet-lance-fusee","provider":"Maison des Braves","version":"1.0","type":"link"}