WWII German Army Model 1935 Combat Helmet Bill Shea's Books It is distinctively marked with

It is distinctively marked with MVSN

where he introduced defense-in-depth and infiltration tactics to the Western Front

These awards sit on a metal plate

at the neck

It is a neat item still and the veteran wrote his initials on this as well

WWII German Army Model 1935 Combat Helmet Bill Shea's Books It is distinctively marked withWWII German Army Model 1935 Combat Helmet This was formerly a double decal parade helmet. You can clearly see where the decals once resided. The green finish is worn with some discoloration. There is a band around the circumference, assumably for camouflaging reasons. The dark brown leather liner has some discoloration and wear but is not damaged. There is a replacement drawstring to go along with a reinforced aluminum liner band that is maker marked,