Tunic, Type M1944, United States Army Air Forces

The Type M1944 tunic also known as the "Ike" Jacket was an American adaptation of the British issued battle dress blouse. By the end of the war the M1944 replaced the longer Type M1939, M1940, and M1942 style coats.This tunic was worn during World War II by the donor Sergeant M. Morgan Rawlings. Rawlins served as a radio operator in the 9th Air Force 326th Ferrying Squadron in England. He enlisted in the Army Air Force on December 4, 1942 and trained at Chanute Field, Illinois. He transferred overseas on May 2, 1944 and was initially assigned to the 8th Air Force before being assigned to the 9th Air Force. He was honorably discharged on February 4, 1946.