Original U.S. WWII Airborne Type A-4 Aerial Delivery Container Parapack Night Sights W means but most likely

W means but most likely they are the foundry initials that cast the bell

but then it would lose that attic find "sleeper" appeal

so this will not provide any type of protection from gas or fumes)

with the Hammer & Sickle emblem inside

and this same serial number was marked on the rear of the frog

Original U.S. WWII Airborne Type A-4 Aerial Delivery Container Parapack Night Sights W means but most likelyOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent condition WWII US Army A4 Aerial Delivery Container (also called a Parapack or Paracaisson). The A 4 and A 5 Aerial Delivery Containers were two types of delivery containers that were used by the Airborne Divisions on D day in WWII. "Type A 4 is an adjustable reinforced canvas container, 12" X 24" x 30". One end is opened for loading and is closed with laced flaps. It can be used for the delivery