WW2 Canadian Artillery Greatcoat Dated 1942 Size 11

The WW2 Canadian Artillery Greatcoat dated 1942, Size 11, is a standard-issue overcoat used by members of the Canadian artillery during the Second World War. Manufactured in heavy wool, the greatcoat provided soldiers with protection against cold and adverse weather conditions in field environments. The design features a double-breasted front with large brass or composite buttons, wide notched lapels, shoulder epaulettes, and a turn-back cuff design. The interior is typically lined for additional insulation, with a rear vent to allow ease of movement. Markings inside the coat identify the 1942 manufacturing date, the size (11, corresponding to a larger fit), and may include the maker’s stamp and military acceptance stamps. Greatcoats of this type were commonly worn over standard battledress and were part of the official Canadian Army uniform issue throughout the war. This particular example reflects the specifications and typical wear of Canadian military outerwear from the early 1940s.