Name/Title
HelmetEntry/Object ID
2008.1.12Description
Olive-green metal military helmet with fiberglass inner helmet and canvas and leather webbing to separate the head from the rigid helmet.Context
This helmet was worn by Lawrence Rossi (1918-2025) of Barre during military service. He spent three years in the Pacific Theater during WWII, serving as a 1st Lieutenant with the Army's 172nd Infantry. After he was discharged in 1946 he continued to serve in the Vermont National Guard and was reactivated to serve in the Korean War. He retired as a Major from the Vermont National Guard in 1963.Acquisition
Accession
2008.1Source or Donor
Rossi, Nelda G., Rossi, Lawrence K.Acquisition Method
GiftDimensions
Height
7 inWidth
9-1/2 inLength
11 inMaterials
Material
Steel, fiberglass, Leather, CottonMaterial Notes
The cotton is canvasRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rossi, Lawrence K.Related Places
Place
City
Barre CityCounty
Washington CountyState/Province
VermontCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America