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Original World War II U.S. Army steel transport trunk bearing extensive period stenciling and identified to Chief Warrant Officer Donald Lee Riegler.
The lid is prominently marked:
- “AREA COMMAND”
- “BASE TRANS. OFF.”
- “APO 227 U.S. ARMY”
- “CWO DONALD LEE RIEGLER”
- “FT. KNOX, KY”
- Box weight and transport notations
APO 227 indicates overseas service, likely within the European Theater during WWII. The trunk features riveted steel construction, reinforced corners, original latches, and period field paint with heavy service wear consistent with military transport use. A brass padlock remains attached.