Original U.S. Vietnam War Era 43rd M*A*S*H Korean-Made Boonie Hat for Lieutenant General James Hollingsworth - 43rd MASH was Inspiration for Show Flintlocks Most likely towards the end

Most likely towards the end of the war

Both the pommel and the bayonet stud are marked with number 26 as well

so it does look to have seen some degree of use during WWII service

of the smith it was made by: 勝 則

and it is also marked (G

Original U.S. Vietnam War Era 43rd M*A*S*H Korean-Made Boonie Hat for Lieutenant General James Hollingsworth - 43rd MASH was Inspiration for Show Flintlocks Most likely towards the endOriginal Item. One of a Kind. This is an outstanding Korean made Boonie hat made in theater for Lieutenant General James Francis Hollingsworth while he was serving as Commander of I Corps in Korea from 1973 1976. Hollingsworth was a Three Time Recipient Distinguished Service Cross, Four Distinguished Service Medals, Four Silver Stars, Three Legion of Merit Medals, Three Distinguished Flying Crosses, The Soldiers Medal, Four Bronze Stars for Valor,