Believe It Or Not, These Aren't Actually Design Flaws

The Jacket's Half-Belt

If you've ever owned a trenchcoat, then you know that there's a weird half-belt on the back of your jacket, but you probably don't know what it's for. They're actually a memorial to soldiers who used their trenchcoats to hold their blankets. The belt held extra material in place while the soldiers walked around.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.