Original British WWII 1943 Brodie MkII Helmet with Extremely Scarce 1942 Camouflage Gas Cape - Size 7⅛ Ancient In time of war

In time of war

particularly near the tip and the ricasso

The first award document indicates that the War Merit Cross 2nd Class was awarded to Groos on 23

but this was most likely added simply for decoration

There is a piece of period cloth tied to one chinstrap bale

Original British WWII 1943 Brodie MkII Helmet with Extremely Scarce 1942 Camouflage Gas Cape - Size 7⅛ Ancient In time of warOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a rare example of a genuine Canadian Brodie Mark II steel helmet that is dated 1943 on the liner. The shell is overall in great shape with no major issues. The original liner is in good condition and is marked on one of the main supports: 7 V. M. C. II 1943 V. M. C. is the code for Viceroy Manufacturing Co. a known Canadian maker from WW2. The MkIII simple elastic chin strap is in springy condition, with some