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Title |
USMC WWII Sun Helmet |
Description |
USMC World War II Sun Helmet utilized by an officer of the Navy. Helmet is made of stiff tan material with emblem of a silver eagle sitting atop of American flag shield, with gold swords and anchors. Helmet belonged to a Lieutenant Crosby, as his name is labeled on the inside. The original chin strap has snapped on the right but the interior sweat strap is still in tact. The interior is marked with the maker stamps: "HAWLEY TROOPER HAWLEY BY PROD, CO." with the makers logo of a hat, sun, and raincloud. Additionally the hat is stamped #0600, possibly a battalion number. |
Dimension Details |
9 in L x 7.5 in W x 5.5 in L (inner) |
Material |
Pith |
People |
Crosby, Lawton |
Search Terms |
Hats
Sun Helmet
World War ll
WW 2
Military
Swords
United States Marine Corp |
Collection |
Hats |
Object Name |
Helmet, Pith |
Object ID |
Hat 3 |