Here is a leather satchel/case model 1917, designed to hold the French rocket-launching pistol of the First World War (1914-1918).
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.
Made 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.
Type: Leather pouch – case for flare gun.
Model: 1917 – French infantry equipment.
Material: Natural tan leather.
Period: World War I (1914-1918).
Function: Transport and protection of the flare gun (and accessories).
Historical militaria intended for collection, reenactment or exhibition.
Historical Context – Equipment of the French Soldier in WWI:
The 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.
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.
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