Original German WWII USGI Bring Back Trench Art Trophy M42 Helmet dated August 23 1944 Other European Militaria The 303d received a Distinguished

The 303d received a Distinguished Unit Citation when adverse weather on 11 January 1944 prevented its fighter cover from joining the group

- Overseas officer garrison cap with Parachute Glider patch and small parachute wings pin

This wonderful example is complete with internal parts (no explosives

typical of these swords

The chest fortunately still has a fully legible data plate

Original German WWII USGI Bring Back Trench Art Trophy M42 Helmet dated August 23 1944 Other European Militaria The 303d received a DistinguishedOriginal Item: One of a kind. This is an amazing bring back trench art helmet, decorated by a USGI and sent back to his parents as a memento. The helmet itself is a M42 (model 1942), and no longer has the liner or chin strap. The rear interior of the apron has a faintly stamped manufacturer's code and size: ckl66, indicating it was manufactured by Eisenhuttenwerk AG, Thale Harz. Towards the end of the war, the ET marking was discontinued in favor of