Farrier's tool pouch

The German army (Wehrmacht) relied extensively on horses during World War II, contrary to the popular image of a fully mechanized force. Horses were essential for transportation, logistics, and even in cavalry units throughout the war, especially on the Eastern Front. The German military employed a staggering total of 2.75 million horses and mules over the course of the war. The average number of horses in the army at any one time was around 1.1 million. An estimated 80% of the German army was horse-drawn. The bulk of the infantry divisions marched on foot, with horses pulling their supply wagons, field artillery, and other heavy equipment. Germany lacked sufficient domestic oil reserves and industrial capacity for full motorization, making horses a practical necessity for transportation, especially on the poor roads and difficult terrain of the Eastern Front. Cavalry Units: While most other Western nations had largely mechanized their cavalry, Germany and the Soviet Union maintained and even increased their cavalry units during the war, peaking at six German cavalry divisions in February 1945

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I recently had the pleasure of purchasing this rare bag on the island of Guernsey. It's not something you come across every day: a toolkit for a German farrier. The bag is made of very heavy and durable harness leather, and thankfully, the carrying strap is still securely in place. The bag is still in an uncleaned condition and includes the original contents page printed on durable linen. Nicely maker marked and dated 1940. Size: 35 x 25 CM