Cleaning a Uniform

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A question that occurs to me on this topic from time to time is this: How did they used to clean these? I doubt someone wore his tunic everyday for years without washing. Does anyone know how the general (or his aide) cleaned that kitel in 1944? Beat it on a rock? Throw it away and get a new one made? Some white tunics I have show easily removed and replaced buttons to imply that, at least these, were subjected to rather harsh cleaning. Somebody's grandfather must remember, eh?

Jeffery,

A simple but interesting question.:thumbsup Hopefully someone will be able to provide the answer.

Thanks,

Gerry NTAT