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WW2 1942 British Hertfordshire Regiment Tropical Slouch Hat With Formation Patch By H.A.P. Size 7. Sn 16263 - 16263
A WW2 1942 dated Tropical slouch hat with Hertfordshire Regiment formation patch and 4 fold linen pagri topped by black & yellow Regimental band. A slouch hat is a wide-brimmed felt or cloth hat most commonly worn as part of a military uniform, often, although not always, with a chinstrap. It is a survivor of the felt hats worn by certain 18th century armies. Since then, the slouch hat has been worn by military personnel from many different nations including Australia, Britain, India, New Zealand, Southern Rhodesia, France, the United States, the Confederate States, Germany and many others. Australia has had a slouch as standard issue headwear since the late Victorian era. Our British Hertfordshire Regiment slouch hat has a left side ‘Newey’ press stud to turn up the left side. The left side has its original Hertfordshire regiment formation patch. The brim is edged with khaki linen. The felt is completely free of any holes or damage and has crown ventilation holes . Inside the hat it has a brown leather sweat band which is stamped with ‘Size 7’,’1942’ date and manufacturer mark ‘HAP’. It has its original adjustable leather chin strap with brass buckle. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 16263
£475.00

West Point United States Military Academy Cadet Shako To WW2 & Korea Highly Decorated U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Thomas James Bartley Shanley. Sn 15980:10 - 15980:10
Thomas James Bartley Shanley graduated from the prestigious U.S. Military Academy (USMA) at West Point, Class of 1939. He saw much action in WW2 and served in Korea. He served with the 82nd Airborne Division attached to the 508th Parachute Infantry regiment (Red Devils). When serving in the UK he was based at Wollaton park Nottingham. He was promoted to Colonel in 1944. During his service he was highly decorated and awarded many decorations comprising : Silver Star, Bronze Star x2, Combat Medal, Purple Heart, Croix De Guerre, US Defence Medal, US Campaign Medal, Europe / Africa Campaign Medal With 4 battle Stars, WW2 Victory Medal, WW2 Occupation Medal, National Defence Medal, Korea Medal, Distinguished service Citation, Meritous Service Citation, French Fourrage, Belgian Fourrage, Militaire & Orde Decree Of Knight (Holland). The following text is abstracted from the Officers Silver Star award citation “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Thomas James Bartley Shanley (ASN: 0-21828), United States Army, for gallantry in action one mile west of ****, France, between 6 June and 10 June 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Shanley, Commanding the Second Battalion, 808th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, dropped by parachute north of *** and assembled approximately 400 officers and men within enemy positions. Despite continuous activity of static and mobile anti-airborne enemy landing groups supported by artillery, mortars and numerous machine guns placed at strategic points, he seized Hill 30 west of the Merderet River. Lacking artillery and with only such equipment, supplies and ammunition as could be recovered from the DZ, Lieutenant Colonel Shanley organized and conducted such an aggressive defense of Hill 30 that continually mounting counter-attacks by numerically superior enemy forced failed to penetrated his defenses during the five days prior to relieve by other United States forces. Lieutenant Colonel Shanley's own will to resist at all cost, and his personal indifference to the hazards of the position were the prime factors in its successful defense. He distinguished himself throughout this period by extraordinary heroism involving risk of life beyond the call of duty. His superb courage in the exercise of outstanding leadership in a critical situation inspired and encouraged all who shared danger to emulate his example in the execution of an extremely difficult and hazardous mission. He was directly responsible for the immobilization of considerable enemy strength which might have been used to imperil the successful operations of other airborne elements east of the Merderet River. His performance was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army”. Lt Col Shanley retired as a U.S. Army Colonel & died in 2004. This West Point Cadet’s Shako belonged to Lt Col Shanley. It has a black felt covering with a patent leather flat top. It has an impressive, large brass West Point plate with Academy arms and motto. It has the correct cockade, patent leather peak with brass rim and embossed brass ‘USMA Cadet American Eagle’ bosses with leather chin strap. The Shako is complete with its original leather sweatband which has some service wear. The sweatband has its original stamp ‘ The Cadet Store West Point NY’ and size label ‘7 1/8’. The Shako is accompanied by a hand written list of the Officer's awards which was acquired with this item. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 15980:10
£575.00

WW2 Era Nazi German Hitler Youth (HJ) Blue Cloth Visored Field Cap By Otto Wesely Wien With Enamelled HJ Pin Cap Badge With RZM Mark M 1/6 (Karl Hensler Pforzheim) . Sn 15793:25 - 15793:25
This is an original WW2 Era HJ field cap. These caps were based on the Bergmutze (mountain cap) design. Our example is constructed of the dark blue felt material. The cap is undamaged and has just light areas of staining consistent with age and use. The front of the cap is mounted with a small HJ enamelled brass pin badge with rear clasp fastener. The colours of the badges are vivid and clean and the enamel undamaged. The rear of the cast badge has an embossed Nazi RZM mark ‘M1/6’ which is the Nazi wartime manufacturer code for Karl Hensler Pforzheim. The cap has its original leather sweatband and the crown of the cap is lined in grey cotton. The crown is manufacturer ink stamped ‘Otto Wesely Kappenfabrik Wien Mariahilfer Strasse’ above ‘55’ size. The cap is a small youth’s size. As with all of our stock this cap is guaranteed 100% genuine. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 15793:25
£575.00

WW2 Era Nazi German Luftwaffe Blue NCO’s & Enlisted Man’s Fliegermutze Field Side Cap By Gebr Alm With Double Cloth Decal Badges & Period Brass Luftwaffe Badge. Sn 15793:24 - 15793:24
This is an original Luftwaffe Fliegermutze (Air Force cap). A similar cap is illustrated on page 209 of ‘The Collector’s Guide To Cloth Third Reich Military Headgear’ by Wilkins which is described as a possible reproduction. Ours is guaranteed 100% genuine. Our example is constructed of the correct grey / blue serge material. The cap is undamaged and clean both inside and out. The front of the cap has the correct white Luftwaffe embroidered Eagle with Swastika badge on a blue background above the National Tri-colour roundel on blue background cloth badge. The colours of the badges are vivid and clean and have the correct quality stitched edges. The left side of the cap is mounted with a small period Luftwaffe Eagle with Swastika brass badge. The crown of the cap is lined in grey cotton and has faint manufacturer black ink stamps which appear to read ‘Gebr Alm’ with other indistinct letters and numbers and ‘57’ size. The cap is approx. UK size 6. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 15793:24
£595.00

RARE, WW2 1942 Dated Nazi German Deutsches Afrika Korps (DAK) Tropical Cloth Visored Field Cap By Robert Lubstein Berlin With Double Cloth Decals. Sn 15793:23 - 15793:23
This is an original DAK tropical field cap (a tropical cap is illustrated on page 181 of ‘The Collector’s Guide To Cloth Third Reich Military Headgear’ by Wilkins which is described as a possible reproduction. Ours is guaranteed 100% genuine). These caps were based on the Bergmutze (mountain cap) design but with a slightly longer visor and lower crown. Our example is constructed of the correct olive green twill cotton weave this allowed the caps to dry quickly in wet tropical conditions and reduce sweat in hot climates. The cap is undamaged and clean both inside and out. The front of the cap has the correct DAK blue National Army (Heer) Eagle with Swastika on a sand coloured background above the National Tri-colour roundel on blue background cloth badge. The colours of the badges are vivid and clean and have the correct quality stitched edges. The crown of the cap is lined in red cotton and has the correct metal rimmed vent holes. The crown is manufacturer ink stamped ‘Robert Lubstein Berlin No 55’ above ‘1942’ date and ‘58’ size. The cap is approx. UK size 7. The price for this rare DAK cap includes UK delivery. Sn 15793:23
£1,250.00

RARE, WW2 Era Nazi German Luftwaffe NCO’s & Other Ranks Fliegerblau (Flier’s Blue) Visor Cap By Huber With Manufacturer’s Label, White Metal Luftwaffe Eagle & National Tri-Colour Cockade Badges. Sn 15793:14 - 15793:14
This is a rare, original Nazi German Luftwaffe NCO & OR’s visor cap (similar Luftwaffe cap variations and insignia are illustrated in Chapter 5 of ‘The Collector’s Guide To Cloth Third Reich Military Headgear’ by Wilkins). Made of Fliegerblau (Flier’s Blue) Trikot material it has the correct gold / yellow hue piping and ribbed black Rayon headband. The front of the cap is mounted with the correct white metal Luftwaffe Eagle with Swastika & National Tri-Colour Cockade Cap Badges. The material has no mothing or damage. The cap has a patent leather visor and chin strap. The cap has its original grey leather sweatband and padded cloth liner. The liner and sweatband have minor service wear. The inside of its sweatband has its original manufacturer’s label crisply marked ‘Huber 9 Staffel Kampfgefdjw Boeldie 157’ (illustrated in image 2). The cap is approx. UK size 6. As with all of our stock this item is guaranteed 100% original. The price includes UK delivery Sn 15793:14
£895.00

WW2 Era Russian Civil Defence & Auxiliary Fire Service Combat Helmet. Sn 15798 - 15798
This is an original WW2 Era Russian Civil Defence & Auxiliary Fire Service Combat Helmet. The shell is one piece steel pressing with combe welded on. The helmet has a large browned steel embossed badge featuring a 1930’s form mechanised vehicle between axes and poles. The helmet has its original green paint finish which has just light service wear and no dents. The helmet has its original leather liner with draw string and chin strap with buckle. There are no visible size or manufacturer marks on this helmet. It is approx. UK size 6 ½. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 15798
£295.00

MINT UN-ISSUED, WW2 1945 USAAF (United States Army Air Force) Officer's ‘Fur Felt’ Peaked Regulation Service Cap With Cap Badge With Philadelphia Quartermaster Depot Stores Markings. Sn 15703:55 - 15703:55
This is an original WW2 dated USAAF Officer’s service cap in near mint un-issued condition. It is made from khaki ‘fur felt’ with braided head band. The brown leather peak and chin strap are complete and undamaged and secured by gilt USAAF buttons. To the front it has a gilt metal American Eagle officer’s cap badge. Inside it has a brown leather sweatband, the inside of which has Philadelphia Quartermaster Depot Stores Markings, cap designation, with ‘fur felt’ material detail and size 7 1/8 together with date January 2 1945. The crown has a printed card label covered with cellophane ‘Regulation Army Officers Service Cap’. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 15703:55
£295.00

Korean War 1953 British 3rd Pattern Paratroopers Airborne Jump Helmet By E.B. With Liner & Chin Strap. Sn 15593 - 15593
This is an excellent, complete, original Korean War 1953 dated 3rd Pattern British Paratroopers Jump Helmet (see pages 152 & 153 of British Airborne Headdress By Fischer & Lock). 3rd pattern Jump Helmets were manufactured from 1943 and featured a manganese steel shell with webbing liner & leather chin cup. They 1st saw action on June 6th 1944 for the Normandy Invasion and later saw service in the Korean war. This helmet has just one shallow dent (1” diameter) which can be seen in image 3. Its original green paint has just the scuffs to be expected with age and service use. It has the correct webbing liner & chinstrap with leather cup. The leather sweatband is date stamped '1953' together with manufacturer's mark 'E.B' & size '7 1/8'. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 15593
£475.00

WW1 French M15 Adrian Combat Helmet With 'RF' (République Française) Infantry Helmet Badge & Liner. Sn 14727 - 14727
The M15 Adrian helmet (French: Casque Adrian) was a combat helmet issued to the French Army during World War 1. It was the first standard helmet of the French Army and was designed when millions of French troops were engaged in trench warfare. The later M 1926 helmet was made of a single piece of pressed steel without joining rim and top combe. This is an excellent original WW1 M15 French Adrian Combat Helmet complete with its original sweatband liner. The helmet has original chin strap bales. The helmet is fitted with an original Infantry 'RF' (République Française) helmet badge featuring an ignited grenade. The helmet has no dents and it has original dark grey paint finish which has even patina & scuffs consistent with age and service use. It is approx UK size 7. The price for this WW1 Adrian includes UK delivery. Sn 14727
£245.00
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