Null France, Campaign France May-June 40.
Model 26 troop artillery helmet.
95% f…
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France, Campaign France May-June 40. Model 26 troop artillery helmet. 95% factory khaki paint, steel crest. Model 15 artillery insignia, original mounted. Complete with black leather cap and model chinstrap. Worn. (Minor wear and tear, good condition).

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France, Campaign France May-June 40. Model 26 troop artillery helmet. 95% factory khaki paint, steel crest. Model 15 artillery insignia, original mounted. Complete with black leather cap and model chinstrap. Worn. (Minor wear and tear, good condition).

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