Helmet, Military

Name/Title

Helmet, Military

Entry/Object ID

2019.3.149

Description

1917-1918 2nd pattern painted Brodie helmet, crimped rim, with tan canvas covering. Circular basin shape, manganese steel. Covering secured on helmet via hemp or jute drawstring. Black oilskin liner and cotton netting in good condition. Horsehair liner and rubber doughnut in good condition. Leather chinstrap intact and in good condition.

Made/Created

Date made

1918

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Manufacturer's Mark

Location

Back of rim, inside

Transcription

"FS 161" "W G W" written in pencil on left, and "WILSON" on right insides of rim Accession # on right metal chin strap loop, underside.

Material/Technique

Stamped

Dimensions

Height

14 cm

Width

30.5 cm

Length

32 cm