Prussia, State. A Küressier Helmet of the Line Regiment, M1867 Archive VIII - The Gallant Gunners

VIII - The Gallant Gunners in the Crimea

In 1917 he was promoted to Oberleutnant (Senior Lieutenant)

He is documented on the roll as having been posted to Halifax

serving for six months

contact marks on all three

Prussia, State. A Küressier Helmet of the Line Regiment, M1867 Archive VIII - The Gallant GunnersConstructed of a polished steel shell, with a rounded front peak and a three piece lobster neck guard, edged in brass trim. The crown features a tall steel spike secured in place with four rivets. Fastened to the peak of the helmet is a metal insignia measuring 14. 5 cm (w) x 15 cm (h), and bearing the Prussian eagle with a royal crown, FR (Fridericus Rex) on its breast, and a banner with the inscription MIT GOTT FUR KOENIG UND VATERLAND (With God For