WW2 British Army 37 Pattern Cross Straps Pair Canadian Named

The WW2 British Army 37 Pattern Cross Straps Pair, Canadian Named, are original military webbing accessories issued during the Second World War. Designed as part of the 1937 Pattern Web Equipment system, these cross straps were used to connect the shoulder braces and support the weight of a soldier’s load, helping distribute equipment such as the haversack and small pack. Manufactured to strict wartime specifications, the straps are constructed from durable, tightly woven cotton webbing, commonly dyed in khaki or green. This pair features Canadian manufacture, identified by national markings and distinctive wartime production methods, and is named, indicating issue to a specific Canadian service member. The presence of the naming enhances their historical value and provides a direct link to the individual’s service. These straps are representative of standard issue gear used by British and Commonwealth forces throughout the conflict and offer insight into the daily life and equipment of soldiers during WW2.