Original Israeli War of Attrition (1967 to 1973) Modified French Modèle 1951 Helmet Paint Desert Camouflage German Replica 1945 notifying Tigue's parents that

1945 notifying Tigue's parents that he sustained shrapnel wounds of legs and was reported to be at a Naval Hospital recovering

Sicily in south-central Sicily

Similar examples can be found on the United States Coast Guard in World War II website found at this link

The wood stock bears some floral carvings and most interestingly of all

These look to include the bolt

Original Israeli War of Attrition (1967 to 1973) Modified French Modèle 1951 Helmet Paint Desert Camouflage German Replica 1945 notifying Tigue's parents thatOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic French made and supplied Modle 1951 Helmet as used by the Israeli Defence Force. The Israeli Military were supplied by a few countries in the 1950's and 1960's. They wore a variety of helmets including the French supplied M51. The Israeli Army modified this helmet and others by installing a locally made liner and chinstrap, many were sand painted and burlap covers fitted. The Modle 1951 helmet was