Name/Title
Plastic Dullard Co. ADEFS Fireman's Helmet, c. 1942Entry/Object ID
1983.47.1Description
Acc. No.83.47.1
Subject Category: World War 2.
Date or period: Circa 1942
Object: Helmet, Fireman's
Description: Plastic helmet (red with white lines), with circular insignia (blue circle with white triangle and caption "Fire-Alameda"). Under the brim of hat is written in blue paint "Harold Glidewell-82". The brim has a metal loop for hanging the hat. Interior of hat has a green & white manufacturer's label with slogan "Hard Boiled", made in U.S.A by E. D. Bullard Co., S. F., Calif.
Adjustable size: 6 5/8 to 7 5/8.
Size: 14 3/4 inches (length), 12 inches across.
History of Object: Hat worn by Mr. Harold Glidewell, who was a member of the ADEFS (Alameda Defense Emergency Fire Services) in 1942.
Acquired from:
Harold Glidewell
Date: 9-10-83
