Original WWII U.S. Navy Japanese Zero Target Kite Mark 1 Without Frame - Damaged Swedish Militaria Three prototypes were constructed

Three prototypes were constructed

offering a glimpse into the tumultuous times of the early 20th century and the role of US Sailors and Marines in the Yangtze River Patrol Service

The front of the backpack has two large side loading compartments intended for demolition charges

while making the muzzle end lighter

with only one larger compartment

Original WWII U.S. Navy Japanese Zero Target Kite Mark 1 Without Frame - Damaged Swedish Militaria Three prototypes were constructedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice Aerial target kite Mark 1, also called "Device 3 C 29", developed by the late Paul Garber of the Smithsonian Institution and others. This example is just the skin and is missing the frame, with some tearing in the body. These were utilized during training in both the Army and Navy. Officially designated and marked: U. S. NAVY TARGET KITE MARK I PATENT APPLIED FOR Measures approximately Length 63"