French M. 1746/63 Musket
The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania passed “An Act to provide arms for the use of the Commonwealth” on March 28, 1797. These arms were to be of the “fashion and pattern of the French Charleville
French M. 1766 Musket
The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania passed “An Act to provide arms for the use of the Commonwealth” on March 28, 1797. These arms were to be of the “fashion and pattern of the French Charleville
Charleville Pattern Musket, Rev. War
The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania passed “An Act to provide arms for the use of the Commonwealth” on March 28, 1797. These arms were to be of the “fashion and pattern of the French Charleville
Naval Beach Battalion Helmet
This M-1 helmet having fixed bails and a front seam was used by a member of the 6th Naval Beach Battalion, Co. A, in the Normandy invasion on June 6, 1944. The authenticity of the paint is evidenced by the age cracks of the steel shell.
WINTER CAMO, MEDIC HELMET
This early M-1 helmet has a front seam and fixed bails. It has been preserved in original condition with winter camouflage and four red crosses painted on the white camouflage. The original straps are still present. The liner is painted in a similar
M-42 Wired Army Helmet
This M-42 single decal army helmet has been personalized by the owner with the addition of a heavy wire cover. The wire was no doubt added to secure natural camouflage such as grass, leaves and other foliage. The makers code and size
1st Div. 3 Panel Medic Helmet
There appears to be no standard for applying the Medic crosses on helmets. This helmet shows the Big Red One, First Infantry division insignia painted on the helmet front. The other three sides have the red cross painted in white circles.
STUBNER’S AFRICA KORP Helmet
This German M-40, ET-64 size, No.1180, WW2 helmet shows both the National and the Army decal. It is painted in a color most often associated with early war conflicts, Africa, Sicily and Italy. The original owner named “Stubner” may have
Folk Art Gas Mask Bag
Pvt. Enos V. Moore was a talented artist who decorated his gas mask bag. The bag is in excellent condition and the original gas mask remains in place. To all outward appearances the mask appears un-used, so Pvt. Moore was a lucky boy. Research to be continued.
MEDICAL OFFICER Helmet
This front seam fixed bale M-1 helmet has two medic crosses painted over white circles. It’s interesting to note that the front red cross has a Lt. bar painted within it. This 2 panel Medic helmet was used by a medical officer, perhaps a