Germany, Hj. A Winter Service Cap certificate_of_authenticity with section of original ribbon

with section of original ribbon

Men from Brussels (Ainleyville was renamed in 1872) formed part of the 2nd Contingent of the 33rd Battalion in World War I and were part of the "Fighting 61st" in World War II

the reverse of each strap with an integrated wool strap bearing a reinforced buttonhole

he was in command of "C" and "D" Companies

7th Infantry Battalion

Germany, Hj. A Winter Service Cap certificate_of_authenticity with section of original ribbon(HJ Wintermtze). A well preserved HJ winter service cap, constructed of black wool. The cap is surrounded by a fold down side panel, scalloped at the front, offering optional ear and neck protection for the wearer. When not in use, the panel is rolled up, with the front pinned with a decorative blackened and pebbled zink button. Pinned onto the peak of the cap is a badge consisting of a HJ diamond insignia constructed of silvered bronze with multi