Circular, bowl-shaped, steel, trench helmet, with fabric and leather lining and leather chin strap. Type issued to troops in WW I and later to Civil Defense workers. Painted O.D. by the NASM for use in WW I exhibit. Paint removed in August 2005 revealing original white finish. Created by Dane A. Penland Date Created 11-22/2005 Keywords Equipment; Flight Gear; People; Rockets; Space; Space Suits Rights and Restrictions Not determined
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