The British Army issues several different styles of field packs to every soldier. This particular field pack is issued to soldiers who are operating in desert environments, including soldiers who served in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. Field packs are designed to give soldiers the ability to carry gear that might not fit easily onto a load bearing vest or other equipment transport method. The British Army Desert Camouflage Field Pack is slightly larger than the standard British Army Field Pack. Made larger to support the specialized gear that the British Army used in Iraq, the result is a field pack that is more useful as a shoulder bag than the standard field pack. With three exterior pockets and a generously sized interior main compartment, you will be able to carry much of your every-day-carry gear in this bag. Features: Authentic British Army Issued Pack Designated “Field Pack, Desert DPM” Used in the Iraq and Aghanistan War Adjustable Shoulder Strap NSN# 4240-99-800-9601