The field-grey German Halstuch (Scarf) was introduced in 1907 and was worn to protect the neck, absorb sweat and keep clean (protect) the collar of the tunic (Waffenrock).
The scarf has a sewn on label with soldier’s name “Eini.-Freiwilliger Lorenz 10.Kompagnie” which means Einjährig-Freiwilliger (One-year volunteer).
There are also stamps visible with the company number 10.C and II indicating the size of the scarf (35 x 95 cm).
In the winter Halstuchs served as protection against cold especially on the east front where the winters were very cold.