The first of the lizard / brushstroke camos adopted by any country. France used this pattern when they were in the southeast Asia area in the 50's. This is a later version that was used during the Algerian war. This shelter is in amazing condition and seems like it may have seen little to no use at all.
From Camopedia:
"The pattern classified as patternDis typified by that printed on shelter quarters from the Algerian War period. This design incorporates rust and light green horizontal brush strokes on a sandy background, and is printed only on one side. Historical evidence shows some elite French units had items such as berets personally tailored from this fabric, but there is no indication that any widespread production of uniforms were ever created for French forces using this color combination. Documentation also illustrates helmet covers were made out of this fabric for some units such as 3eme REI, although their use appears to have been localized and not widespread. The drawings themselves and the TypeDpattern can be encountered on combat clothing using a different coloration."
