East German Red Cross DRK Men's Utility Jacket | DDR Military SurplusAuthentic East German DRK Red Cross Utility Jacket An underappreciated gem from the former DDR the East German Red Cross (Deutsches Rotes Kreuz) utility jacket is a well constructed, historically significant piece of Cold War era surplus. Built for durability across decades of service, these jackets span three distinct production models from the 1960s through the 1980s. Model Guide 1. Cotton No Patch 100% cotton, grey, 4 patch pockets, no sleeve