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Japanese Infantryman
Japanese Infantryman, 1945 (c). Watercolour, artist unknown, 1945 (c). In uniform, carrying an Arisaka Type 38 rifle. Inscribed as title with additional paragraph of text about the uniform and equipment. Associated with Burma, World War Two, Far East (1941-1945). From the Burma Memorial Collection. Date: circa 1945
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1945 Additional Associated Burma Infantryman Inscribed Paragraph Rifle Title Unknown Arisaka
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This evocative watercolor painting depicts a Japanese infantryman from the late stages of World War Two, likely in the Burma campaign of 1944-1945. The soldier is shown in full uniform, carrying the iconic Arisaka Type 38 rifle. The intricate details of his uniform and equipment reveal the meticulous craftsmanship of the artist. The Japanese military uniform of the time was characterized by its simplicity and practicality. The soldier wears a khaki-colored field uniform, consisting of a jacket and trousers, both with chest pockets and buttoned flaps. A white cotton shirt is worn underneath, and a pair of brown leather boots completes the outfit. The soldier also carries a canvas backpack, which would have contained essential supplies for long marches and extended stays in the field. The Arisaka Type 38 rifle, slung over the soldier's shoulder, was the standard-issue infantry weapon of the Imperial Japanese Army during the early to mid-20th century. It was a bolt-action, 6.5mm caliber rifle, renowned for its accuracy and reliability. The soldier's bayonet is attached to the rifle, a crucial tool for close combat in the dense jungles of Burma. This painting is part of the Burma Memorial Collection, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Burma campaign of World War Two in the Far East (1941-1945). The artist's name is unknown, but their work captures the essence of the Japanese infantryman during this pivotal period in world history.
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