WWII Nazi German Pith helmet of the DAK (German Africa Corps), 2nd model.

WWII Nazi German Pith helmet of the DAK (German Africa Corps), 2nd model.

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WWII Nazi German Pith helmet of the DAK (German Africa Corps), 2nd model. This tropical helmet is covered with olive-colored felt, typical of the DAK design. The interior features fawn-brown sweat leather and a red lining for added comfort. Wehrmacht insignia on both sides of the helmet. It is complete with the original chin strap. A well-preserved collectible that was used by the Afrikakorps, it offers significant historical value for collectors of WWII military memorabilia. Historical Description: The pith helmet is one of the most iconic aspects of the tropical uniform worn by German personnel in WWII. Besides being worn by Rommel’s Afrikakorps, pith helmets were also worn in all; areas on the Southern Front where tropical uniforms were issued, including Italy and the Mediterranean, and southern Russia. Pith helmets were part of the uniform issued by the German Army, Luftwaffe, Kriegsmarine, and the Waffen-SS. The chief visible difference among the pith helmets used by these various organizations, were the metal badges affixed to each side. These were made in the style of the branch decals used on the steel helmet. Early pith helmets were made with a twill fabric outer covering. Later, second pattern examples were covered with felt. As German troops withdrew from Afrika, many pith helmets sat unissued in warehouses, where they were recovered by Allied forces at the end of the war; at one time, later pattern examples were relatively common. Good condition

Condition

Good condition

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