Original U.S. Vietnam War Era Named M69 Flak Vest Body Armor in Size Large Russian/Soviet Militaria This would indicate the soldier

This would indicate the soldier was in the Ust-Luga port area outside Leningrad

He was captured in Schleswig-Holstein on May 15

but they are light so we cannot determine what they say

Amendola 9/12/43

confirming that serial number 143147 was made and shipped on October 2nd 1891 to:-

Original U.S. Vietnam War Era Named M69 Flak Vest Body Armor in Size Large Russian/Soviet Militaria This would indicate the soldierOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent condition M69 Flak Vest Body Armor with 3 4 Collar in a size X LARGE. These were designed with side drawstrings, snap reinforced front zipper, and front two pockets. This allowed a secure fit and maximum protection from shrapnel and low velocity projectiles. Widely used by Army infantry, Navy sailors and Marines also equipped these, though not widely. Like its predecessor M 1952A, it was