U.S. WW1 1907 Pattern Greatcoat (AEF)
The American Expeditionary Forces went to France in 1917 wearing the Model 1907 enlisted man’s greatcoat, a long, heavy overcoat designed for warmth and durability in the field. Our WW1 US AEF M1907 pattern greatcoat is made with the following specifications:
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Material: Thick, coarse wool kersey cloth in olive drab (a brownish-green shade), chosen for both warmth and camouflage.
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Cut & Style: Double-breasted design with two rows of brass metal buttons, reaching down to the mid-calf.
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Collar: High stand-and-fall collar, intended to be turned up and hooked shut for wind protection. Comes without collar discs.
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Pockets: Two large, slanted slash pockets at the waist, with reinforced welts for durability.
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Back: A half-belt and pleats in the rear allowed freedom of movement while marching.
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Sleeves: Straight cut with simple cuffs, roomy enough for layering over the service coat.
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Weight: Very heavy when dry, and even more so when wet, but invaluable for protection against the cold and damp of the Western Front.
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Issued To: All ranks of enlisted men; officers wore a tailored variant, usually of finer material.
The 1907 Greatcoat was one of the most iconic and practical garments of the AEF uniform, instantly recognizable in photographs of American “Doughboys” during the First World War.
