Original U.S. WWI M1917 AEF Named Helmet of the 78th Infantry Division Sales SLOAN stitched above squadron patch

SLOAN stitched above squadron patch on left chest

The crossguards are nickel and in great condition

The bayonet comes complete with a genuine unmarked brass mounted leather scabbard

offered in cleaned and complete condition

The ship's 26 small landing boats were lowered into the water

Original U.S. WWI M1917 AEF Named Helmet of the 78th Infantry Division Sales SLOAN stitched above squadron patchOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an incredible example with complete liner that has original period textured green brown paint. The shell is maker marked with a stamping on the underside of the rim that reads YJ 168. This is an excellent named example of a genuine USGI Great War helmet from an well known infantry division of the US army. Among the best features of all is the original hand painted 78th "Lightning" Division insignia. The