Winged Boot: Escape and Evasion in World War II
DAYTON, Ohio - Evasion purses: 1) original French francs and carrying purse (marked "F" for use in France) issued by M.I.9 to American flyers through MIS-X. The money could be used by downed flyers to reward assistance or provide bribes. 2)The “FBD” on this map case indicates it covered France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. 3) The “N” on this evasion purse indicates it covered Norway and Sweden. 4) Aircrews did not open evasion kits unless they were to be used. This one carried a map, a compass and a saw. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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