Original WWII U.S. 101st Airborne Battle of the Bulge Round Brass NUTS Plaque - BASTOGNE DEC 44 MG 34 Buffer & Butt Stock after the Grenadiers à Cheval

after the Grenadiers à Cheval

indicating the particular unit the helmet was issued to

and are the type without any sliding closure

Minor pitting but no other major corrosion

with the "gold" hued color still strong and vibrant

Original WWII U.S. 101st Airborne Battle of the Bulge Round Brass NUTS Plaque - BASTOGNE DEC 44 MG 34 Buffer & Butt Stock after the Grenadiers à ChevalOriginal Item: Only one available. This is a fascinating piece of WWII history. This bronze plaque was made by a foundry in Couvin, Belgium, who was known to have created brass plaques to commemorate the siege of Bastogne during the famous Battle of the Bulge. Unlike most we see, it is actually marked MADE IN COUVIN BELGIUM on the reverse around the edge. It is in very good condition with only minor scratches on it, and is round in shape, unlike the