A First Model Wehrmacht Pith Helmet 1942 GTRexclude Second Class - Franz Joseph

Second Class - Franz Joseph I

maker marked "E

Footnote: William Piper was born on March 15

on the road to Menin and Courtrai

He was appointed Lance Corporal on March 6

A First Model Wehrmacht Pith Helmet 1942 GTRexclude Second Class - Franz JosephA First Model Wehrmacht Pith Helmet 1942 Marked W & Mayser D. R. G. M. D, dated 1941, size 7 1 8, solid construction with green felt exterior, red felt interior, and leather sweat band exhibiting minor soiling and wear. Dark leather band on rim is complete with only one stain. Matching leather chin stap, period use with only minimal cracking. Both interior and exterior show no mothing, single impression point, overall better than very fine. (GHH4132)