A First War Mark Ii Canadian Engineers Helmet Newly Listed backed by crossed cannons

backed by crossed cannons

Grand Cross Star with Swords - Military Division

(Illustrated on page 74 of Angolia’s book)

BERLIN" and marked "GES

A First War Mark Ii Canadian Engineers Helmet Newly Listed backed by crossed cannonsBritish made, steel, non magnetic, in bluish gray with a smooth finish, red stencilled Canadian Engineers insignia painted on the front. The protective edge of the helmet in a magnetic steel. Inside is missing its steel framed cradle, however, the supporting blackened canvas liner with underlying cotton linen support and leather backer, along with mesh support and drawstring remains intact, stamped "HS 55" ("HS" indicating the manufacturer, Hadfield