Original U.S. Spanish-American War Era M-1887 Cavalry Summer Tropical Sun Helmet Complete With Original Chinstrap - Size 7 British Holsters Allied invasion of French Morocco

Allied invasion of French Morocco at Port Lyautey during Operation Torch

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Atomic burn of the hand (palm

Both of the sling swivels are still present and in very good condition

Belt is set for 35 inches but can be adjusted for another 12 inches for a total of 48 inches

Original U.S. Spanish-American War Era M-1887 Cavalry Summer Tropical Sun Helmet Complete With Original Chinstrap - Size 7 British Holsters Allied invasion of French MoroccoOriginal Item: One Only. Much like our European cousins in the 1880s, the U. S. Army started to adopt sun helmets, especially for use during the hot summer months. These saw active service in the Spanish American War of 1898, especially in the tropical climate in Cuba. This helmet dates to around the Spanish American War and Indian Wars period. It has a lovely khaki color exterior, with the correct 4 panel construction and top vent cover which has an