British Brass Merryweather Parade Fire Helmet Hand Select:Yes This double barrel carrier comes

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These maps were often sewn into the linings of uniforms to escape detection in the event of being shot down over enemy territory and falling into hostile hands

The Horsehair plumed helmet was always worn when mounted in armor but was optional when wearing coveralls as a navy and red visor hat with household cavalry regimental badge was also acceptable (we added a white pith helmet for the photos

British Brass Merryweather Parade Fire Helmet Hand Select:Yes This double barrel carrier comesOriginal Item: First introduced into the British Fire Service in the Victorian era of the 1800s these "Merryweather" pattern helmets were used to fight fires right up until WW2. Today they are still used for Ceremonial Parades and Royal events (and we all know Firemen love Parades!). IMA has, for several years, been obtaining these helmets from the U. K. Supplier to the British Fire Service on a "when available" basis. Now we are told the U. K.