Imperial German, French, US WWI Steel Helmets Recent Attic Find

The history of these items has been lost, but the grouping bears the hallmarks of a Doughboy souvenir collection. After the guns fell silent on November 11, 1918 American soldiers had a lot of time to comb battlefields for souvenirs. German helmets were among the most prized finds and they are often found in association with American soldiers belongings saved after they came home.

This is the fourth set Ive found of US WWI steel helmets paired with German WWI steel helmets. Its the second set Ive found with a French Model 1915. The German helmet looks to be stamped L66 as far as I can tell. This would be a Bell manufactured piece.

The French helmet was struck by a bullet and is dented. The American Model 1917 is nice overall on the exterior, but has a stacking line. All helmets are exactly as found.

They havent been cleaned or repaired. Unfortunately, you cant turn travel back in time to late 1918 to scour the battlefields for souvenirs yourself, but owning this grouping is the next best thing!

This item comes with a two week inspection period. ¾ khaki colored, field used helmet net for US M1 helmet.

M2 leather chin cup early flat type. Turkish Model 1918 full visor. The item "Imperial German, French, US WWI Steel Helmets Recent Attic Find" is in sale since Thursday, August 27, 2015. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\WW I (1914-18)\Original Period Items\United States\Hats & Helmets".

The seller is "maple_creek" and is located in Shelburne, Vermont. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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