Original U.S. WWII K-Ration "Morale Series" Supper Meal Unit by Patten Food Products MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly There is no serial number

There is no serial number on the back of the cylinder

the barrel also has British Proof Markings on the left side of the chamber

The Sword hilt is brass

It was awarded for minor campaigns that took place in tropical Africa between 1900 and 1956

Serial Number: AF 44-42674

Original U.S. WWII K-Ration "Morale Series" Supper Meal Unit by Patten Food Products MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly There is no serial numberOriginal Items: Only One Available. The K ration was an individual daily combat food ration which was introduced by the United States Army during World War II. It was originally intended as an individually packaged daily ration for issue to airborne troops, tank crews, motorcycle couriers, and other mobile forces for a short duration. The K ration provided three separately boxed meal units: breakfast, dinner (lunch) and supper (dinner). The K ration