Fresh from the estate of a local Korean War veteran. An ALL ORIGINAL US Army M-1 Combat helmet and Capac helmet liner. The rear seam, swivel bale helmet features welded sterling silver captain's bars. The Capac liner has a 95th Infantry insignia over the top of a 45th Infantry insignia. It's not clear if these insiginas are painted or applied decals. This veteran served in combat in Korea with the 45th Infantry (CIB, Purple Heart and Bronze Star). After the war ended, he continued to serve in the reserves with th 95th Infantry retiring as a major. Both the helmet and liner show significant wear from use. Please zoom in on the photos for details. A copy of the veteran's obituary will be provided. Both are guarenteed to be original period items.
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