Original U.S. WWI 78th Infantry “Lightning” Division M1917 Doughboy Helmet - Complete 21st Century Niederdonau formed in 1938 from

Niederdonau formed in 1938 from the former Austrian federal state of Lower Austria and northern Burgenland

with almost all of the original nickel plating present

which was becoming increasingly scarce as the war went on

A notable feature of all is the original hand painted36th Infantry Division Arrowhead Insignia

Original U.S. WWI 78th Infantry “Lightning” Division M1917 Doughboy Helmet - Complete 21st Century Niederdonau formed in 1938 fromOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a U. S. M1917 "Doughboy" helmet, which features original period OD Green paint and retains much of the original textured paint. This shell is stamped 191 ZD indicating it was produced in the United States, and can be seen on the underside of the skirt towards the front. The solid rivets on the chin strap bales is another method of identifying the helmet as being American made. The liner