Original French 2nd Empire Model 1825 Carabinier Brass and Steel Helmet With Pattern 1814 Carabinier Cuirass Set - Formerly A.A.F. Tank Museum Collection Chinese Militaria according to Stanton's book

according to Stanton's book

the difference is that rentaka is smaller in length and bore than a lela

There is some light oxidation to the aluminum

indicating Vietnam war period

Army Air Corps / Forces personnel

Original French 2nd Empire Model 1825 Carabinier Brass and Steel Helmet With Pattern 1814 Carabinier Cuirass Set - Formerly A.A.F. Tank Museum Collection Chinese Militaria according to Stanton's bookOriginal Items: One Set Only. The Elite Carabiniere were part of the French Heavy Cavalry during the Napoleonic Wars. After the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte following his retreat from Moscow in 1812 and his exile to the island of Elba, the French Monarchy were re instated under King Louis XVIII. Unfortunately this was short lived with Napoleon's escape from Elba and dramatic return to France in 1815. History tells us that most all of France, including