Original Imperial Japanese Army WWII Type 98 Sun Pith Helmet Painted White with Service Wear Receiver an assault section of E

an assault section of E Company under First Lieutenant John Spalding and Staff Sergeant Philip Streczyk managed to cross a minefield

incorporating a "built-in" Percussion Cap nipple to back end of the barrel

In an attack that took place on Christmas morning in the village of Hemroulle

December 1942 to June 1943: the 509th trained in Algeria

as the primary need for protection was from the front

Original Imperial Japanese Army WWII Type 98 Sun Pith Helmet Painted White with Service Wear Receiver an assault section of EOriginal Item: Only One Available. This WWII Japanese Army type 98 tropical sun pith helmet is in good condition, and contains original service wear. It still retains its magnificent form with an internal bamboo wicker construction. It comes complete with the original pentagonal brass army star insignia pin on the front. Helmet is lacking the original suspension system, however it still has the original chinstrap. The original label is still inside,