A 1942 Australian army khaki canvas bag to hold an army issue gas respirator and its accessories.

The bag has an overlapping top flap with two press stud fasteners in each corner and is stamped inside in black ink M.H. & CO. 1942.

This haversack has three internal compartments and two additional pockets to carry the anti-dimming ointment and eye shields.

There are two small drainage vents in the bottom to prevent the collection of water and a khaki webbing strap is attached to metal loops on each side of the top of the case.