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Helmet, Military

Object number2009.5.1

Manufacturer United States Army

Date1917-1919

MediumVarious metals; leather; wool

Credit LineGift of William J. Geyer

DescriptionMetal military helmet.Dimensions7 x 11.25 x 12.25 in. (17.8 x 28.6 x 31.1 cm)
InscriptionsLabel: "TIGHTEN CORD / AND ADJUST NET TO / FIT THE HEAD".

Engraved stamp on bottom rim of helmet: "182 / ZD".
Historical NotesHelmet worn by Christopher Schroll during World War I. Christopher Schroll served in the First World War. He enlisted at the age of 23 in 1917 and was discharged in May of 1919. During the war, he fought in France primarily in the St. Mihiel Offensive, Argonne Meuse (where he was gassed), Toul Sector, and the Morray Offensive. He was honorably discharged but disabled from multiple shelling concussions and ear damage. He never married and continued to live with his two younger brothers, who also never married.

Previous owner Christopher Schroll

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