Germany - pre-1945

Germany was one of the first countries to use camouflage uniforms. Both the German Wehrmacht (Army) and Waffen-SS were issued camouflage uniforms during WW2. Typically, Wehrmacht used splinter patterns with "rain strokes", while Waffen-SS used other patterns. At the very end of WW2 the Leibermuster was introduced - this pattern should be used both by Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS alike. Only few troops were issued this pattern.

• Waffen-SS Plane Tree (Platanenmuster). The first material of this pattern was produced in 1936 and continued until 1944. The pattern is reversible with a summer and autumn side. It is printed in two tones (giving the impression of three) with a black overprint. Used for smocks and zeltbahn.